SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc. 2022-12-15 Other serious CPSC
Other · CPSC · Recall #CPSC-23073
SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters Recall
Issued December 15, 2022 · SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc. · 1,380,012 units affected
In December 2022, SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc. recalled the SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters, a serious other recall reported by the CPSC. Affected owners are eligible for a replace. Here is what the hazard is and exactly what to do about it.
Compiled by Maya Ellison, RecallCheckr
What this means for you
The awning and shutter motor's power cable can disconnect while opened or closed manually (using the manual override feature), posing electric shock and electrocution hazards.
What you should do
- 1 Stop using SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters right away.
- 2 Set it aside where it won't be used by mistake.
- 3 Contact SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc. to arrange your replace. See the official notice below for contact details.
- 4 Keep the product until your remedy is fully processed. You may need it.
Official remedy (Replace): Consumers should immediately stop using the manual override feature if their motorized awnings or shutters are not connected to a GFCI outlet or circuit breaker. Consumers should contact SIMU for assistance in identifying the motor and to arrange for a free inspection and replacement motor.
Recall details
- Brand
- SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc.
- Category
- Other
- Recall date
- December 15, 2022
- Units affected
- 1,380,012
- Sold at
- SIMU authorized dealers, installers and contractors from March 2018 through June 2022 with awnings or shutters for between $1,260 and $1,740.
- Recall number
- CPSC-23073
- Made in
- Poland
- Issuing agency
- CPSC
In context
- SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc. has 1 recall in our database.
- We're tracking 315 Other recalls in our database.
- 1,380,012 units is enough to reach roughly 1 in every 95 US households.
- This is the 30th Other recall we've logged in 2022.