3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1344.
This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1344.
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Ultra Quiet At Ace Hardware, Bi-mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm And Home, True Value Hardware Stores Nationwide, And Online At Amazon.com And Others. Maximum Allergen Sold Only At Lowe's Stores. The Fap00-rs Model Was Sold From November 2008 Through January 2013, And The Fap00-l Model Was Sold From October 2012 Through January 2013, Both For About $60. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1344.
3M Company; at (800) 388-3458 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.filtrete.com/roomairpurifiers and click on the link FAP00-RS recall for more information.
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Ultra Quiet At Ace Hardware, Bi-mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm And Home, True Value Hardware Stores Nationwide, And Online At Amazon.com And Others. Maximum Allergen Sold Only At Lowe's Stores. The Fap00-rs Model Was Sold From November 2008 Through January 2013, And The Fap00-l Model Was Sold From October 2012 Through January 2013, Both For About $60. Recall FAQ
Ultra Quiet At Ace Hardware, Bi-mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm And Home, True Value Hardware Stores Nationwide, And Online At Amazon.com And Others. Maximum Allergen Sold Only At Lowe's Stores. The Fap00-rs Model Was Sold From November 2008 Through January 2013, And The Fap00-l Model Was Sold From October 2012 Through January 2013, Both For About $60. is the subject of a consumer products recall: 3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on March 26, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 10,000 units are potentially affected.