DOE found that Rheem commerce single package central air conditioning heat pumps basic model RQPL-B036JK failed to comply with energy conservation standards.
May 21, 2024
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May 21, 2024
DOE ordered Rheem Sales Company, Inc. (“Rheem”) to pay a $1,053,240 civil penalty after Rheem had manufactured and distributed in commerce in the U.S. multiple units of the noncompliant Rheem single package central air conditioning heat pumps model RQPL-B036JK. The Order adopted a Settlement Agreement, which reflected settlement terms between DOE and Rheem.
On April 27, 2023, DOE issued a Notice of Noncompliance Determination to Rheem finding that the Rheem brand central air conditioning heat pump basic model RQPL-B036JK does not comply with applicable energy conservation standards based on DOE testing. Rheem provided DOE records showing the number of units Rheem distributed. Federal law subjects manufacturers and private labelers to civil penalties if those parties distribute in the U.S. products that do not meet applicable energy conservation standards.