Carrier recalls trailer refrigeration starter assemblies due to injury risk
Carrier is recalling specific trailer refrigeration starter assemblies that may disassemble during operation, posing a risk of injury to nearby individuals.
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 where the starter may disassemble and strike nearby individuals, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities, fitting the High severity criteria for theoretical or unreported harm.
Plain-English summary
Carrier Corporation is recalling certain starter assemblies used for starting Carrier Transicold trailer refrigeration units. The affected parts, identified by Carrier Transicold or Performance Parts Group part number 25-39316-01 or Thermo Engine Supply part number R-25-39316-00, were manufactured between April 1, 2009, and August 18, 2016.
The recall is necessary because these starter assemblies may come apart during the start cycle. If this occurs, broken pieces may strike someone in close proximity to the starter, increasing the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Owners of these units should contact Carrier customer service at 1-800-448-1661 to arrange for a free replacement of the starter. Carrier issued an interim notification to owners on January 24, 2017, and the recall officially began on May 19, 2017. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for additional information.
The recalled product
- Product
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall
- Manufacturer
- Carrier Corporation
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 29,180
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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