A.O. Smith Recalls Exhaust Fan Electric Motors 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-4178.
The recalled electric motor is part of a residential whole-house exhaust fan that is typically mounted on the floor of an attic. The shutters of the fan are visible on the ceiling of the floor beneath the attic and must be opened and closed by the consumer. The motors were included with exhaust fans manufactured and distributed by Air Vent Inc. and Triangle Engineering of Arkansas Inc. "A.O. Smith," the model number, and the service date code are printed on the rating plate of the motor. The recall includes model numbers S56A30A54 and S56A30A97, and service date codes 032076M - 334076M, 03207JY - 33407JY, and YB07 - YL07. Units that have a sticker indicating that the unit has been rewired are not subject to this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4178.
Consumers should stop using the recalled unit immediately and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free inspection and repair of the motor.
✅ 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 The Recalled Motors, Included With The Exhaust Fans, Were Sold At Home Improvement Stores Nationwide Or By Professional Installers Or Builders From February 2007 Through November 2007 For About $3,000. 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-4178.
For additional information, contact A.O. Smith toll-free at (866) 567-3878 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.aosmithmotors.com
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The Recalled Motors, Included With The Exhaust Fans, Were Sold At Home Improvement Stores Nationwide Or By Professional Installers Or Builders From February 2007 Through November 2007 For About $3,000. Recall FAQ
The Recalled Motors, Included With The Exhaust Fans, Were Sold At Home Improvement Stores Nationwide Or By Professional Installers Or Builders From February 2007 Through November 2007 For About $3,000. is the subject of a vehicles / atvs recall: A.O. Smith Recalls Exhaust Fan Electric Motors Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on January 10, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 6,300 units are potentially affected.