Upright Freezers (Fricon) – Fire Hazard (2009)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Fricon Upright Freezers
Brand
Frigocon - Indústria de Frio e Congelação S.A., of Portugal
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
Frigocon - Indústria de Frio e Congelação S.A., of Portugal is recalling Fricon Upright Freezers. The hazard is: The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, pos. 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 the Fricon commercial one-door upright freezers with model number VCV1V. These freezers are typically used in grocery stores and other commercial settings. The model number is found either on a label located in the upper, right corner on the back of the unit or on a label located inside the unit on the lower left side.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Retailers and distributors should immediately disconnect the freezers and remove them from service. The company has notified all retailers and distributors in possession of the freezers directly and will replace the controller of the freezer free of charge.
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