HIGH RISKRecall Data: August 18, 2021

B-Air VP-33 Blower Fans

Intertex LLC, of West Chester, Pa.

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Recalled B-Air VP-33 Blower Fans

Recalled B-Air VP-33 Blower Fans

Recalled B-Air VP-33 Blower Fan Packaging

Recalled B-Air VP-33 Blower Fan Packaging

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The capacitor in the recalled VP-33 blower fans can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Purchasers should immediately stop using the recalled blower fans and contact the firm for a free repair kit including an S-3 capacitor and installation instructions.

Consumer Contact

Intertex at 800-465-7300 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday or 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.b-air.com/VP33recall or www.b-air.com and click on the VP-33 recall banner for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves the model VP-33 blower fans sold under the B-Air® Brand and intended primarily for commercial use for remediation. The recalled blowers were manufactured before January 1, 2018. The recalled air mover, 1/3 horsepower fans were sold in blue, red or green in a neon yellow-colored box. The B-Air logo is on the vent and on the product label.

Where was it sold?

Home Depot and Menard's nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Home Depot.com from February 2013 through December 2017 for about $200.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

21182

Impacted Units

About 29,500 (In addition, about 5,000 were sold in Canada)

Incidents/Injuries

Intertex has received five reports of the capacitor overheating in the blower fans and causing fire-related property damage totaling about $75,000. No injuries have been reported.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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