The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14737·Announced 2014-06-24

Trane and American Standard Air Conditioners Recalled for Shock Hazard

Trane recalls about 100,600 air conditioning units because defective ground screws may not provide sufficient grounding, posing a 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 shock hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Trane U.S. Inc. is recalling approximately 100,600 Trane XB300 and American Standard Silver SI split system outdoor cooling units. The recall involves 37 specific models sold nationwide from February 2010 to March 2014 for between $890 and $1,000. The units are gray with a black grated front and feature the Trane or American Standard logo on the front, with model numbers printed on a silver nameplate on the back.

The recall is due to a shock hazard. In some units, the ground screws do not have the two threads required to provide sufficient grounding. This defect could pose a shock hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately turn off the cooling unit via the main breaker switch and check the model information against the list of affected models. Those with recalled units should contact Trane or their installer or service dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Additional information is available by calling Trane toll-free at (800) 945-5884 or visiting the company's website.

The recalled product

Product
Trane XB300 and American Standard Silver SI Air Conditioning Systems
Manufacturer
Trane U.S. Inc., of Tyler, Texas
Category
Consumer Product — Air Conditioning Systems
Hazard
Affected units
100,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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