CPSC2012-06-28
Exhaust Fans Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Delta Electronics Dongguan
Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
Hazard
The fan's heater blades can fail to rotate properly, causing the fan to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bathroom exhaust fans immediately and contact Delta Electronics Dongguan to schedule a free repair by a trained service technician.
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and at www.lowes.com from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $90.
Affected count
About 68,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 11 reports of the fan overheating with smoking or flames within the fan housing, including three reports of minor property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Harbor Breeze Bath Fans with Heater and Light
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Delta Electronics Dongguan toll-free at (855) 301-6578 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.heaterfanrecall.com
Official notice
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