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Tap Enterprises Inc. Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockApr 11, 2006
Recalled Air Compressor
Recalled Air Compressor

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

An undersized power cord can overheat and pose a fire hazard. In addition, improper assembly of the power cord strain relief component and improper routing of internal conductors can cause a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the 2-gallon mini compressors immediately and contact Cummins for a refund of the purchase price, including shipping.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received 40 reports of compressors failing to work, including two incidents of smoke and fire. One incident resulted in $30,000 worth of property damage to a stand-alone garage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The mini-pancake air compressors were sold with yellow-, blue-, gray- or silver-painted tanks. Item #2112 and "CUMMINS INDUSTRIAL TOOLS, AIR COMPRESSOR (OILESS), 110V.60Hz, 2 Gallon, Made in China" can be found on the motor housing.

Sold on

Mobile merchant sales, Web sites, and newspaper advertisements nationwide from June 2004 through March 2006 for about $50.

Contact the company

For more information on how to return the air compressors, consumers should contact Cummins www.cumminstools.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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