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3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard

Date: March 26, 2013
Company: Ultra Quiet
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

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

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement. Options: Replace

Affected Products

This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.

Why Was This Recalled?

The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Ultra Quiet

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