Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 08-181 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- January 31, 2008
- Brand
- Campbell Hausfeld
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors
- Hazard
- Fire and burn hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 233,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers 8-15 gallons HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307) 4 gallons HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107) The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors · About 233,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007 for between $170 and $200.; Campbell Hausfeld, of Harrison, Ohio.
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received 11 reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For further information, contact Campbell Hausfeld at (800) 241-0448 between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.chpower.com
Recall history and context
Campbell Hausfeld appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors (About 233,000 units). The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers 8-15 gallons HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307) 4 gallons HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107) The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.