Pensi Ceiling Fans Recalled by The Modern Fan Co. Due
Pensi Ceiling Fans Recalled by The Modern Fan Co. Due to Fall and Injury Hazard
Why was Pensi Ceiling Fans Recalled by The Modern Fan Co. Due recalled?
The internal coupler that connects the down rod assembly to the motor can break and cause the fan to fall from the ceiling, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately turn off the power to the fan to stop use and contact The Modern Fan Co. for assistance with model identification and a replacement coupler. Consumers are also advised to not allow anyone underneath the fan. In the event that a fan falls, consumers should immediately turn off the circuit breaker due to the possibility of exposed electrical wires. Contact: For more information, consumers can contact The Modern Fan Co. toll-free at (888) 588-3267 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the company's Web site at www.modernfan.com
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
- Pensi Fans
- Company
- The Modern Fan Co. Inc., of Ashland, Oregon
- Quantity
- About 1,300
- Sold at
- Internet retailers, lighting showrooms, fan specialty stores and electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through July 2009 for between $400 and $530.
- Recall date
- August 20, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm received four reports of incidents where the fan fell from the ceiling while operating. No injuries were reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled Pensi fans have model numbers beginning with or containing "PEN-AA-" or "PEN-GW-" and have an Aluminum/Anthracite or a Gloss White finish.