Nidec Motor Corporation Recalls Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #12008
Recall Date
2011-10-11
Manufacturer
Emerson Motor Company, a division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo., Nidec Motor Corporation, of St. Louis, Mo.
Units Affected
Approximately 2,000
Products Involved
Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors
Hazard
The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.
Remedy
Customers should stop using the recalled pool pumps immediately and call Nidec Motor Corporation to arrange a free repair.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Pool motor distributors, pool dealers and pump manufacturers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000.
Manufactured In
Mexico
Full Recall Description
The recalled motors are variable speed swimming pool pump motors with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted black with a square or C-flange mounting. The rating plate is on the side of the pump and "MODEL M63PWBLE-121" or "MODEL M63PWBLM-128" or "MODEL M63PWBLR-131" or "M63PWBLS-132" is printed on the plate, between "EMERSON. CAT.NO.EVSS3" and "HP 3.0, S.F.1.15".
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