CPSC recall 09739
Fricon Upright Freezers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Fricon Upright Freezers by Frigocon Ind Stria De Frio E Congela O, citing the controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09739 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2009-05-07 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Frigocon Ind Stria De Frio E Congela O |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Fricon Upright Freezers | This recall involves the Fricon commercial one-door upright freezers with model number VCV1V. These freezers are typically used in grocery stores and other commercial settings. The model number is found either on a label located in the upper, right corner on the back of the unit or on a label located inside the unit on the lower left side.
Reason
The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard.
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/2009/Commercial-Freezers-Used-in-Grocery-Stores-Recalled-By-Unilever-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
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