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CPSCRecalled Dec 17, 2020 · #21056

Otis Elevator Company Recalls to Inspect Private Residence Elevators Due to Entrapment Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Young Children

Hazard

Children can become entrapped in the space between the exterior landing (hoistway) door and the interior elevator car door or gate, and suffer serious injuries or death when the elevator is called to another floor.

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Description

This recall involves Otis private residence elevators purchased before 2012 and CemcoLift private residence elevators purchased from 1999 to 2012. The elevators are used in consumers' homes.

Product details

Product
Otis and CemcoLift Private Residence Elevators
Type
Manufacturer
Otis Elevator Company of Farmington, Ct. | CemcoLift Elevators Systems, formerly of Hatfield, Pa., a former subsidiary of Otis Elevator Company
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Otis private residence elevators and parts were sold to independent third-party contractors and, occasionally, directly to consumers through 2012. Otis sold CemcoLift private residence elevators and parts to independent third-party contractors, and occasionally, directly to consumers from approximately 1999 to 2012. Otis and CemcoLift private residence elevators cost approximately $20,000 to purchase and install.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should disable or block children's access to any Otis or CemcoLift private residence elevator and contact Otis to schedule a free inspection and the installation of space guard(s), if necessary.

View the official CPSC notice