Generally good
1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months.
Honeywell, founded in 1885 and based in Charlotte, appears on fans, heaters and air purifiers that Amazon owners rate highly. The CPSC lists 20 recalls naming Honeywell, 1 in the last three years: fire alarm sounders and strobes. Mexico leads the countries where recalled products were made.
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What owners say about Honeywell
The worst heating system ever You even have burning your House down to the ground with the heat or it’s freezing icy cold example see if my house is 24° and I turned the heating down to 20°. The temperature in the room has to drop down to 20° for the radiators to work. They purposely put this type of heating in social house It’s a complete waste of time A piece of shit a waste of money don’t…
Had a TP70AWKNTP70AWKN dehumidifier. Contacted customer support via email about the "full tank" pilot light staying on even though the tank had been emptied. Got a reply to my initial email with some suggestions to resolve the issue. Tried each of the suggestions and the problem remained. Replied to the email as suggested to continue the thread. Also reported issue with "dead" elements to the…
Honeywell recalls
- 2024
- 2024-03-14System Sensor L-series low frequency Sounders and Strobes for residential apartments and commercial buildings. The sounders and strobes can malfunction and cause the fire alarm system to fail to alert consumers of a fire. CPSC notice
- 2021
- 2021-12-15Harbor Breeze Belleisle Bay and Honeywell Rio Ceiling Fans. The blades can detach from the fan while in use, posing an impact injury hazard to consumers. CPSC notice
- 2019
- 2019-06-21"-IV" Intelligent photoelectric smoke sensors sold with fire alarm systems. The photoelectric smoke sensor can malfunction and cause the fire alarm system to fail to alert occupants in commercial buildings of a fire. CPSC notice
- 2018
- 2018-04-24Fibre-Metal E2 and North Peak A79 hard hats. The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, posing a risk of head injury. CPSC notice
- 2017
- 2017-05-12SWIFT wireless gateway sold with fire alarm systems. The smoke detectors connected to the gateway can fail to activate properly when significant environmental contaminants are present, posing a risk that… CPSC notice
- 2012
- 2012-01-12Electric Heaters. The heater's internal housing, including the fan, heating element and circuitry, can detach, posing a burn hazard to consumers. CPSC notice
- 2011
- 2011-07-28Thermostats. The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. CPSC notice
- 2009
- 2009-04-07Home Control/Alarm Systems. Security systems programmed with a wireless silent panic feature can fail to operate properly the first time the panic button is pressed on the remote… CPSC notice
- 2007
- 2007-10-02Fireplaces & Accessories. The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. CPSC notice
- 2007-09-06Home Control/Alarm Systems. The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. CPSC notice
- 2007-02-12Home Control/Alarm Systems. The microcontroller in the communicator can enter an unrecoverable lock-up state due to a programming issue. CPSC notice
- 2007-01-31Home Control/Alarm Systems. Incoming and outgoing messages to and from the control board can interfere with each other, preventing it from sending a message to the command center in the… CPSC notice
- 2005
- 2005-03-08Switches. When these switches are used in fire or HVAC dampers and heat detectors, they could fail to operate, causing the damper not to close or causing the heat… CPSC notice
- 2004
- 2004-02-26Cameras & Accessories. The security camera's plastic mounting assembly can crack, allowing the dome and the camera to fall from the wall or ceiling, possibly injuring someone. CPSC notice
- 2002
- 2002-02-07Electric Heaters. The heating element in these baseboard heaters can short-circuit and ignite combustible material under the heater, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. CPSC notice
- 1998
- 1998-07-09Electric Heaters. Fire & Fire-Related Burn CPSC notice
- 1998-04-08DeLonghi portable electric ceramic heaters. Fire & Fire-Related Burn CPSC notice
- 1984
- 1984-04-24Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses. CPSC notice
- 1983
- 1983-05-24Smoke Detectors/Alarms. Fire & Fire-Related Burn CPSC notice
- 1982
- 1982-01-15Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses. Explosion/Projectiles CPSC notice
Product-related lawsuits
No product liability or consumer fraud cases naming Honeywell found in federal court records.
What to buy from Honeywell
Best-rated Honeywell products
TurboForce Air Circulator, Small Tabletop Fan, Quiet Personal Fan for Home or Office, 3 Speeds, 90 Degree Pivoting Head,
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QuietSet Whole Room Tower Fan, Oscillating Tower Fan with Remote, Black, HYF290B
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Honeywell product lines on Amazon
| Product line | Products | Owner ratings |
|---|---|---|
| Heating, Cooling & Air Quality | 13 | Highly rated |
| Lighting & Ceiling Fans | 1 | Well rated |
| Building Supplies | 4 | Highly rated |
| Parts & Accessories | 1 | Highly rated |
| Safety & Security | 1 | Highly rated |
Honeywell customer service and warranty
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Who makes Honeywell
- Country
- United States source
- Founded
- 1885 source
- Headquarters
- Charlotte source
- Founders
- Albert Butz, Mark C. Honeywell source
- Trademark (USPTO)
- Honeywell International Inc. (Delaware, USA); first registered 1998 source
- Made in (recalled products)
- Mexico (7 of 14 recalls), China (3 of 14 recalls), United States (2 of 14 recalls), Singapore (1 of 14 recalls), Taiwan (1 of 14 recalls), United Kingdom (1 of 14 recalls)
FAQ
Is Honeywell a good brand?
Generally good. 1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: High.
How many recalls has Honeywell had in the last 3 years?
1 recall in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.
Who owns the Honeywell trademark?
USPTO lists Honeywell International Inc. (Delaware, USA) as the owner of the Honeywell trademark, first registered 1998.
Where is Honeywell based?
Charlotte.
When was Honeywell founded?
1885.
Where is Honeywell from?
Honeywell is a company from United States, headquartered in Charlotte.
Where are Honeywell products made?
Recalled Honeywell products listed by the CPSC were made in Mexico (7 of 14 recalls), China (3 of 14 recalls), United States (2 of 14 recalls), Singapore (1 of 14 recalls), Taiwan (1 of 14 recalls), United Kingdom (1 of 14 recalls).
Has Honeywell had product recalls?
Yes. The CPSC lists 20 recalls for Honeywell. The most recent, on 2024-03-14: Honeywell Recalls System Sensor L-Series Low Frequency Fire Alarm Sounders and Strobes Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire.