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A.O. Smith Recalls Exhaust Fan Electric Motors Due to Fire Hazard

Date: January 10, 2008
Company: A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should stop using the recalled unit immediately and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free inspection and repair of the motor.

Affected Products

The recalled electric motor is part of a residential whole-house exhaust fan that is typically mounted on the floor of an attic. The shutters of the fan are visible on the ceiling of the floor beneath the attic and must be opened and closed by the consumer. The motors were included with exhaust fans manufactured and distributed by Air Vent Inc. and Triangle Engineering of Arkansas Inc. "A.O. Smith," the model number, and the service date code are printed on the rating plate of the motor. The recall includes model numbers S56A30A54 and S56A30A97, and service date codes 032076M - 334076M, 03207JY - 33407JY, and YB07 - YL07. Units that have a sticker indicating that the unit has been rewired are not subject to this recall.

Why Was This Recalled?

The fan's electric motor can be miswired and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio

A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report