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CPSCRecalled Mar 6, 2008 · #08210

Portable Air Compressors Sold Exclusively at Advance Auto Parts Stores Recalled Due to Fire and Electrical Hazards

Hazard

The compressor's motor can overheat and ignite the protective cover, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Also, the cover might not prevent internal components from being touched, which poses an electrical shock hazard.

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Description

The recall involves the 4.6-gallon, 3.5 HP Strike Force™ brand portable air compressor and includes the following model and serial numbers: Model Number Serial No. BMM2524 (25254) JWAPC4005xxxxxxxxx AC251FT (2516) YFJAC4005xxxxxxxxxx APC4005 (4005) CSCC4005xxxxxxxxxxx The compressor has twin air tanks that are black-colored. The model and serial numbers are located on the compressor's housing.

Product details

Product
Strike Force™ Portable Air Compressors
Type
Air Compressors
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Advance Auto Parts stores nationwide and online at www.partsamerica.com from October 2006 through December 2007 for about $90.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the air compressor immediately and return it to any Advance Auto Parts store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice