Air Vent recalled about 2.9 million attic fan motors after 159 reports of fires, electrical short-circuiting, or burning.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
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2.9 Million Attic Fans Recalled for Fire Hazards
In August 2025, the Dallas, Texas-based company Air Vent Inc. announced a Safety Recall for about 2.9 million attic fan motors after 159 reports of fires or burning.
What is the Problem?
The recall involves electric motors for gable- and roof-mounted attic fans that can short-circuit and catch on fire. According to Air Vent:
“The recalled electric motor’s safety cutoff may pose a risk of short circuit and fire hazard while in use.”
How Many Attic Fires Were Reported?
The recalled attic fans have been linked to 159 fires and burning incidents related to the fan’s electric motors short-circuiting, according to Air Vent. No injuries were reported, but there is a risk of severe burn injuries, property damage, or potentially death due to residential fires.
How To Check If Your Attic Fan Was Recalled
Air Vent recalled electric motors for roof-mounted and gable-mounted attic fans that were sold from August 2003 to December 2013.
The recalled attic fan motors have model numbers:
- DOW-136-0-34-XIN
- DOW-136-0-26-XIN
- DOW-136-0-40-XIN
- DOW-136-0-40-XIN-3/4”
- D-RE-PSC-127/20-4P1SP
Air Vent provided pictures of the recalled attic fan motors on the website: “The motors can be identified by the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells. Motors without the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells are not subject to the recall.”
Where Were They Sold?
The attic fans were sold nationwide, in-store and online, at various stores and wholesalers including ABC Supply, Lowe’s, and Beacon. Some of these attic fans were used by Gibraltar Building Products and Accessories.
What Should I Do?
Air Vent is asking customers to register for a free replacement attic fan on the website https://powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com/, where you can upload photos of the recalled attic fan, and submit a claim for reimbursement.
When checking your attic fan or taking photos, Air Vent reminds customers to use caution when entering or accessing the attic:
- Ensure proper lighting
- Wear appropriate clothing, footwear, and protective equipment
- Watch your step and avoid weak or unstable flooring
- Avoid contact with exposed wires, mechanical systems, and potentially sharp objects
Do I Have an Attic Fan Fire Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Attic Fan Fire injury cases in all 50 states. If you were injured by an attic fan that was recalled for fire hazards, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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