DOE found that Harbor Freight small electric motor Smith+Jones brand basic model #D541/2S4C-C failed to comply with energy conservation standards.
November 3, 2021
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November 2, 2021
DOE ordered Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. to pay a $890,000 civil penalty after Harbor Freight had privately labeled and distributed in commerce in the U.S. multiple units of the noncompliant Smith+Jones brand basic model D561/2S4C-C. The Order adopted a Compromise Agreement, which reflected settlement terms between DOE and Harbor Freight.
On September 2, 2021, DOE issued a Notice of Noncompliance Determination to Harbor Freight finding that the Smith+Jones brand basic model D561/2S4C-C does not comply with applicable energy conservation standards based on DOE testing. Harbor Freight provided DOE records showing the number of units Harbor Freight distributed.