CPSC2005-11-22
CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans
Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong
Hazard
Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.
Sold at
Discount department stores nationwide from February 2004 through November 2005 for between $20 and $30.
Affected count
About 150,000
Injuries reported
Haier has received eight reports of fires or flames associated with this electric fan, including minor property damage and one report of minor burns.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Oscillating Electric Tower Fan
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Haier toll-free at (877) 337-3639 anytime or email the firm at productinfo@haieramerica.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Haier-America-Trading-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-Oscillating-Electric-Tower-FansDon't want to check this manually?
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