Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #16184
Recall Date
2016-05-31
Manufacturer
Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis.
Units Affected
About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Ventilation fans
Hazard
The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Heating, plumbing and building supply retailers nationwide and online from February 2016 through March 2016 for about $240.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or building. The fans were sold in nine brands and have the model information printed on the specification label affixed to the blower assembly. Fans included in the recall are: Brand Name Model Number Broan L500, L500K, L500KL, L500L, S97014819, S97014820, S99080487 Twin City Fan T500, T500L Carnes VCDD050C, VCDD050I Acme Eng and Mfg Co VQL500, VQ500 WW Grainger 1AAD3, 4TR58, 4TR59, 4YG83 Captive Aire CFA500 American CoolAir CFL50A1151 Solar and Palau FFC500, FF500 American Coolair Corp. IL50LA1151
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28