The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with DeVilbiss Air Power Co. of Jackson, Tenn., announced a voluntary recall of about 460,000 air compressors. The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The recalled compressors were sold under the Craftsman, EX-CELL, Porter-Cable and Pro-Air II brand names.
DeVilbiss has received 10 reports of motors overheating. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled compressors and call DeVilbiss Air Power Co. or Sears for a free repair kit.