Air Vent recalled electric motors used in gable- and roof-mounted attic fans sold from August 2003 through December 2013. The recall covers five model numbers and centers on a safety cutoff that may short and ignite. Owners should stop using recalled motors and contact Air Vent for a full refund.
The recalled electric motor's safety cutoff may pose a risk of short circuit and fire hazard while in use.
return it for a full refund. Air Vent toll-free at 877-247-4878 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at https://powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com or at https://gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/ventilation-category/ and click on "Important Safety Information" for more information.. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric motors and contact Air Vent for a refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online registration and verification form with photos of the recalled attic fan motor. Upon confirmation that the consumer has a recalled attic fan motor, the consumer will receive a refund.. Available options: Refund
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Attic fans use motors to move air through roof or gable venting for cooling and venting moisture. The motors in this recall were sold for nearly a decade before the issue was identified.
A safety cutoff inside the motor can short and cause a fire risk during operation. The defect prompts a potential ignition when powered.
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Owners must stop using recalled motors and pursue refunds. The recall involves a process requiring online verification and photos, which may take weeks.
Verification form and refund information are available at powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com and gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/ventilation-category/ with an Easy Safety Information link.
Refunds will be issued after verification of the recalled motor. Processing may take several weeks.
Keep photos of the motor, model number, and vent pattern; retain purchase records and recall correspondence.
Model numbers: DOW-136-0-34-XIN; DOW-136-0-26-XIN; DOW-136-0-40-XIN; DOW-136-0-40-XIN-3/4"; D-RE-PSC-127/20-4P1SP. Sold from August 2003 through December 2013. Distributor: Air Vent. Route to refund: toll-free 877-247-4878, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET, Mon–Fri. Online at powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com or on Gibraltar Building Products site under Important Safety Information. End-user action: stop using and submit registration with photos for refund determination.
No specific incident counts are provided in the recall information.
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