CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Recall of
CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Recall of Ceiling Fan
Why was CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Recall of recalled?
About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact Vaxcel to determine if their unit is defective. A free replacement ceiling fan will be provided to consumers with defective units. To avoid the risk of shock while removing a recalled fan, consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans. Contact: Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Aire Tek Ceiling Fans
- Company
- Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.
- Quantity
- 1,200
- Sold at
- Independent retail lighting stores nationwide, between January 2002 and May 2002, for between $350 and $450.
- Recall date
- September 25, 2003
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
These dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fans were sold in chrome, stone white, brush nickel, polished brass, antique brass, or weathered patina finishes. Model number 355-6645 is printed on a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan. The brand name of the fan, "Aire Tek" is written on the packaging only.