CPSC recall 82020
Emerson Electric Company roof-mounted powered attic ventilators
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-12-18
On 2014-12-18 the CPSC announced a recall of Emerson Electric Company roof-mounted powered attic ventilators by Emerson Electric.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 82020 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 1982-05-17 |
| Published | 2014-12-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Emerson Electric |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Emerson Electric Company roof-mounted powered attic ventilators; Sears roof-mounted powered attic ventilators | Attic Ventilators Recalled by Emerson NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 17, 1982 Release # 82-020 Emerson Electric Company Recalling Powered Attic Ventilators In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Emerson Electric Company, St. Louis, Missouri, today announced a voluntary recall of 11,500 roof-mounted powered attic ventilators sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co. The motors of the ventilators may overheat and cause roof-top fires. The attic ventilators were sold nationwide through Sears retail stores and catalog sales in 1980 and 1981, for approximately $70.00. The ventilators have a light-gray molded polyvinyl outer hood. The identification plate on the back of the motor bears the Model No. 758.648360. The manufacturer has received several reports from consumers, since September 1981, alleging that these ventilators were involved in roof-top fires. No consumers have been injured in these fires. Consumers should examine the back of their attic ventilator and check the model number. Owners of the affected ventilators should discontinue using them and contact Emerson Electric Company on their toll-free number: l-800-325-4130. Missouri residents may call collect at 314-595-2507. The Companies will arrange for a service technician to visit the consumer's home and replace the motor of the ventilator free of charge.
Reason
The agency did not publish a reason in structured form. See the official notice.
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/1982/Emerson-Electric-Company-Recalling-Powered-Attic-Ventilators
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