CPSC recall 01077
Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners"
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2026-01-20
On 2026-01-20 the CPSC announced a recall of Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners" by Carrier Puerto Rico, citing condensation inside these air conditioning units can splash onto the control board, causing it to short circuit and start a fire.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01077 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2001-02-01 |
| Published | 2026-01-20 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Carrier Puerto Rico |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners" | The recall involves Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners." These air conditioners have half the unit inside and half outside. Each half of the unit contains a separate model number. Model number 42RCA is located on the plastic grill covering on the inside part of the unit. Model number 38RCA is located on the lower rear side on the outside part of the unit. "Carrier" is written on the front of these units.
Reason
Condensation inside these air conditioning units can splash onto the control board, causing it to short circuit and start a fire.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Carrier-Puerto-Rico-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Air-Conditioners-Sold-in-Puerto-Rico
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