CPSC recall 13154
Filtrete™ room air purifiers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-22
On 2015-01-22 the CPSC announced a recall of Filtrete™ room air purifiers by 3m, citing the ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13154 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2013-03-26 |
| Published | 2015-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | 3m |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Filtrete™ room air purifiers | 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.
Reason
The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, 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.
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Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/3M-Recalls-Filtrete-Room-Air-Purifiers
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