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HighNHTSA·25E028000·Announced 2025-04-25

Carrier Recalls Aspen Auxiliary Power Units Due to Fire Risk

Carrier is recalling specific Aspen Auxiliary Power Units because corrosion on the positive terminal block may cause a short circuit and increase the risk of a fire.

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 (fire risk) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Carrier Corporation is recalling certain Aspen Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) models, including the Aspen-INT, Aspen-STA, and Aspen-PWR. The recall addresses a defect where the APU positive terminal block may have corrosion, which can result in a short circuit.

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Owners are advised not to use the APU until the remedy is performed.

Dealers will remove the terminal block permanently and repair the wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2025. Owners may contact Carrier customer service at 1-800-448-1661 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Carrier Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Auxiliary Power Unit
Hazard
Affected units
4,661

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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