CPSC2004-08-13
CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Second Recall of Ceiling Fans
Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.
Hazard
These ceiling fans were assembled without the proper wire insulation sleeving, which could result in exposed wiring. Consumers could receive an electrical shock during installation or removal.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Vaxcel to verify if they have one of the recalled ceiling fans and to receive a free replacement ceiling fan if they do. To avoid the risk of shock while checking or removing a recalled fan, consumers should turn off the power source to the fan. Consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.
Sold at
Menards stores nationwide, between January 2002 and May 2002, for between $350 and $450.
Affected count
1,200
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Ceiling Fans with Light
Consumer contact
Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Vaxcel-International-Co-Ltd-Announce-Second-Recall-of-Ceiling-Fans-Don't want to check this manually?
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