The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12008·Announced 2011-10-11

Nidec Recalls Ecotech Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Nidec Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 2,000 Ecotech EZ Variable Speed pool pump motors because the pump cover is not properly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Nidec Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 2,000 Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors. The recalled motors are variable speed swimming pool pump motors with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted black with a square or C-flange mounting. The rating plate is on the side of the pump and displays "MODEL M63PWBLE-121", "MODEL M63PWBLM-128", "MODEL M63PWBLR-131", or "M63PWBLS-132" between "EMERSON. CAT.NO.EVSS3" and "HP 3.0, S.F.1.15".

The recall is being issued because the pump cover is not properly grounded, which poses an electrical shock hazard. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled motors were sold nationwide through pool motor distributors, pool dealers, and pump manufacturers from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000. Consumers should stop using the recalled pool pumps immediately and call Nidec Motor Corporation to arrange a free repair. For additional information, contact Nidec Motor Corporation toll-free at (866) 278-6920 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nidec-motor.com.

The recalled product

Product
Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors
Manufacturer
Nidec Motor Corporation, of St. Louis, Mo.
Category
Consumer Product — Swimming Pool Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
2,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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