CPSC2002-12-26
CPSC, Brooklyn Lollipop Announce Recall of Electric Fans
Brooklyn Lollipop Imports and Exports, Inc., of Brooklyn, NY
Hazard
These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, have an improperly sized grill, and overheat, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund. Consumers also can return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 7 Marcus Garvey Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11206.
Sold at
Discount and variety stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from May 2000 through July 2002, for between $10 and $15.
Affected count
About 22,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and Brooklyn Lollipop have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electric Fans
Consumer contact
For more information, call Brooklyn Lollipop collect at (718) 388-9526 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Brooklyn-Lollipop-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Fans-Don't want to check this manually?
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