CPSC Recall in 2023: Research Products Recalls Steam Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-231

Date: June 22, 2023

Product Name: Steam Humidifiers

Recall Description:

This recall involves Research Products Steam Humidifiers with “D” shaped electrode connector wires sold under the AprilAire, Coleman, Luxaire, Bryant, Carrier and York brand names manufactured between June 2010 and January 2015. The steam humidifiers are generally installed alongside HVAC equipment but are separate units. The model number can be found on a silver label placed in the bottom left corner on the outside left side panel of the Steam Humidifier. The following model numbers are included in this recall:Recalled Steam Humidifier ModelsBrandModelAprilAire®800, 801, 865, 866Carrier®HUMXXSTM3034Bryant®HUMXXSTM3034York®S1-STEAM 8000T01Coleman®S1-STEAM 8000T01Luxaire®S1-STEAM 8000T01

Hazard Description:

The recalled steam humidifiers containing a specific type of electrode wire with a “D” shaped connector can loosen causing arcing and/or overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 36,200 (In addition, about 3,800 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received 103 reports of the recalled humidifiers overheating, including 10 incidents resulting in smoke or residential fires, totaling more than $10 million in damage.

Sold At:

HVAC contractors nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Sylvane.com, Supplyhouse.com,  Humidifiers.com and other websites from June 2010 through January 2015 installed for between $2,000 and $3,500.

Manufactured In:

United States