The Modine Manufacturing Company, of Racine, Wisconsin Ventilation Fans in ClassMate® DX Cooling and Air Source Heat Pumps and SchoolMate® Water/Ground Source Heat Pumps was recalled in 2026 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over the ventilation fan motor in the heat pumps can short circuit if water gets on the circuit board, causing the units to overheat and posing a fire hazard.. If you own this product, you may be entitled to a free repair, replacement, or refund — here's exactly what to do.
What was recalled
- Ventilation Fans in ClassMate® DX Cooling and Air Source Heat Pumps and SchoolMate® Water/Ground Source Heat Pumps — Units: About 6,061 (In addition, about 735 were sold in Canada)
This recall involves ventilation fans in ClassMate cooling and air source heat pumps and SchoolMate water/ground source heat pumps that supply heating, cooling and high indoor air quality in classrooms and schools in the following models: Model Ventilation Configuration (Digit 9) CMD C, D, or E CMP C, D, or E SMG H, J, K, N, or P SMW H, J, K, N, or P CMS H, J, K, N, or P The brand name Airedale is located on a sticker on the front of the unit. The model name and serial number are found on the serial plate on the underside of the control unit.
The hazard
The CPSC flagged the following risk:
- The ventilation fan motor in the heat pumps can short circuit if water gets on the circuit board, causing the units to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
What to do if you own this product
The recall remedy:
- Consumers should stop using the recalled heat pumps immediately and contact Modine Manufacturing Company for written instructions to unplug the recalled ventilation fan or to switch the internal disconnect in the fan to the "off" position. Consumers should contact their Modine distributor to arrange for their free inspection and service. Service technicians will inspect and repair or replace the recalled heating and cooling OA/EA ventilation fans in all units.
Consumer contact: Modine Manufacturing Company toll-free at 888-636-8627 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ProductSafety@modine.com or online at https://www.modine.com/recall and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official CPSC recall notice: Read the full recall on CPSC.gov.
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How do I know if my Ventilation Fans in ClassMate® DX Cooling and Air Source Heat Pumps and SchoolMate® Water/Ground Source Heat Pumps is part of the recall?
Check the model number and purchase date against the affected units listed above, and confirm on the official CPSC notice. If it matches, you're covered by the remedy.
Does a recall mean a free replacement?
Often yes. Recall remedies are typically a free repair, replacement, or refund — you generally don't pay, even if the product is out of warranty. Recall rights are separate from the manufacturer's warranty.
What if I already got rid of the receipt?
Many recall remedies still work with a photo of the product, the model/serial number, or a card statement. Here's how to prove a purchase without the original receipt.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CoverKeep is not affiliated with the CPSC or any manufacturer. Always confirm details on the official recall notice.