CPSC Recall in 2011: Nidec Motor Corporation Recalls Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12008

Date: October 10, 2011

Product Name: Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: Approximately 2,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Pool motor distributors, pool dealers and pump manufacturers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000.

Manufactured In:

Mexico