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Research Products Steam Humidifiers Recall

Fire Hazard.

CPSC recall #23231 · announced Jun 22, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026

Hazard
The recalled steam humidifiers containing a specific type of electrode wire with a "D" shaped connector can loosen causing arcing and/or overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and shut off the recalled humidifiers and contact Research Products to receive a free electrode wire repair kit and assistance with identifying a qualified contractor to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of their electrode connector wires.
Units
About 36,200 (In addition, about 3,800 were sold in Canada)
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How to identify the recalled product

ProductSteam Humidifiers
Manufacturer / importerResearch Products Corporation, of Madison, Wisconsin
Units recalledAbout 36,200 (In addition, about 3,800 were sold in Canada)

The recall

This recall involves Research Products Steam Humidifiers with "D" shaped electrode connector wires sold under the AprilAire, Coleman, Luxaire, Bryant, Carrier and York brand names. The steam humidifiers are generally installed alongside HVAC equipment but are separate units. The model number can be found on a silver label placed in the bottom left corner on the outside left side panel of the Steam Humidifier. The following model numbers are included in this recall: Recalled Steam Humidifier Models Brand Model AprilAire® 800, 801, 865, 866 Carrier® HUMXXSTM3034 Bryant® HUMXXSTM3034 York® S1-STEAM 8000T01 Coleman® S1-STEAM 8000T01 Luxaire® S1-STEAM 8000T01

Reported incidents

The firm has received 103 reports of the recalled humidifiers overheating, including 10 incidents resulting in smoke or residential fires, totaling more than $10 million in damage.

What consumers should do now

Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact the company for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.

Research Products toll-free at 888-742-2401 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.rpcrecall.com/steamhumidifier or at www.researchproducts.com and click on "Recall Information" at the top of the page for more information.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “Research Products Recalls Steam Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard”. Read the official CPSC notice