WeatherExpert HVAC Units (Carrier) – Fire Hazard (2018)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Carrier WeatherExpert commercial packaged rooftop HVAC units with humidimizer option
Brand
Carrier México, S.A. de C.V.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Carrier México, S.A. de C.V. is recalling Carrier WeatherExpert commercial packaged rooftop HVAC units with humidimizer op. The hazard is: The HVAC's humidimizer fan can fail to shut off when a connected smoke detector is tripped, posing a. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Carrier WeatherExpert 6-23 ton, 48/50 series, light commercial rooftop HVAC units intended for use in commercial and institutional buildings and that have a factory installed dehumidification feature. The model numbers are 48/50LC07-26 with an A in the 6th digit and a 0 (zero) in the 14th digit of the model number (e.g., 48LCTA24F2M5-0S1B3). Note that dashes should be counted as digits in the model number. The serial numbers are 1214P to 3317P. The model and serial number can be found on the unit rating plate located on the back of the unit.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The HVAC's humidimizer fan can fail to shut off when a connected smoke detector is tripped, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Purchasers should immediately contact their Carrier dealer for a free repair, which consists of free replacement and installation of the electronic control board. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026