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CPSC source record The recalled electric motor's safety cutoff may po Ongoing

Electric Motors for Gable and Roof Mounted Attic Fans Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Distributed by Air Vent

Recall Date: 2025-08-28 Recalling Firm: Unspecified Record Ref: 10394

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This CPSC record concerns Electric Motors for Gable and Roof Mounted Attic Fans Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Distributed by Air Vent. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Classification: The recalled electric motor's safety cutoff may po
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2025-08-28
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Product Description & Identification

This recall involves electric motors used in gable- and roof-mounted attic fans sold only from August 2003 through December 2013 with model numbers: DOW-136-0-34-XIN, DOW-136-0-26-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN-3/4", and D-RE-PSC-127/20-4P1SP. The recalled attic fan motors can be identified by the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells. Only attic fan motors with the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells are subject to the recall.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

Hazard: The recalled electric motor's safety cutoff may pose a risk of short circuit and fire hazard while in use.. This recall involves electric motors used in gable- and roof-mounted attic fans sold only from August 2003 through December 2013 with model numbers: DOW-136-0-34-XIN, DOW-136-0-26-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN-3/4", and D-RE-PSC-127/20-4P1SP. The recalled attic fan motors can be identified by the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells. Only attic fan motors with the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells are subject to the recall.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric motors and contact Air Vent for a refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online registration and verification form with photos of the recalled attic fan motor. Upon confirmation that the consumer has a recalled attic fan motor, the consumer will receive a refund.. Air Vent toll-free at 877-247-4878 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at https://powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com or at https://gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/ventilation-category/ and click on "Important Safety Information" for more information.

Distribution & Affected States

Nationwide retail and online distribution

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This record was last updated in our index on 2026-07-27 11:37:07 UTC. Because recall enforcement statuses and instructions evolve, always verify details directly with the issuing government agency.

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Issuing agency
CPSC
Source ID
10394
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:07 UTC
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