CPSC Recall in 2022: SIMU Recalls Motors Sold with Awnings and Shutters Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-073

Date: December 15, 2022

Product Name: SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters

Recall Description:

The recall involves SIMU DMI6 Hz Motors sold with and used to open and retract awnings and shutters. The motor is silver with some black color. “Simu” and the model name are printed on a label on the side of the motor. The motor can be identified when installed in a motorized awning or shutter by completing the online questionnaire at www.simu.com/us/dmi6hzrecall or by contacting SIMU.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 13,800 (In addition, about 12 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported

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.

Manufactured In:

Poland