CPSC Recall in 2010: GE Infrastructure Sensing Recalls Commercial CO2 and Temperature Sensors Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-141

Date: February 17, 2010

Product Name: GE Telaire Airestat and Carrier Single Beam Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Temperature Sensors

Recall Description:

This recall involves GE Telaire Airestat CO2 and temperature sensors with model numbers T8010, T8010-C, T8011, T8011-C, T5010, T5010-C, T5011 and T5011-C and Carrier Single Beam CO2 and temperature sensors with model numbers 33ZCT55CO2 and 33ZCT56CO2. The sensors are sold for commercial use and are wall-mounted. The sensors have a Telaire, Carrier, or no logo in front of the unit. The model number is not found on the sensor. Determining if a sensor is included in this recall requires inspection of the internal components of the unit.

Hazard Description:

The CO2 and temperature sensors can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 9,400 units

Incidents:

GE has received three reports in which a cracked capacitor caused the product to overheat and smoke. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Carrier, Automated Components Incorporated (ACI), Devices Inc., Direct Digital Controls, Trane, Alps Control Inc., ATS Control Management Inc. and KMC Controls between November 2000 and March 2005 for between $150 and $200. The recalled sensor was distributed for use in commercial buildings.

Manufactured In:

United States