CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Greenheck Fan Corp. Announce Recall of Ventilation Units

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-605

Date: September 29, 2005

Product Name: Greenheck Sidewall, Rooftop and Centrifugal Inline Ventilation Units

Recall Description:

Affected units are Sidewall, Rooftop and Centrifugal Inline ventilation units built between August 11, 2004, and April 29, 2005, containing 16 thread-per-inch 3/8-inch by ?-inch spinlock bolts with LUX head markings. Affected model numbers are RBU, RBUMO, RDU, RB/R, SB/S, and BSU 360-420 with serial numbers 04HXXXXX through 05DXXXXX. The model and serial numbers are found on metal identification plate on the units.

Hazard Description:

LUX 3/8-inch spinlock bolts supplied with these units may not have been properly heat treated, which can result in the bolts breaking. Bolt failure during lifting for rooftop installation or after installation could cause the unit or components to fall and injure bystanders.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 4,200 ventilation units

Incidents:

Greenheck is aware that 309 LUX bolts that have failed in the field. There are no reports of ventilation units falling or any injuries.

Sold At:

Independent sales representatives and original equipment manufacturers from August 2004 through July 2005.

Manufactured In:

The LUX spinlock bolts supplied with the ventilation units were manufactured in Taiwan.