CPSC2012-08-16
Ceiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard
Air Comfort Products, a division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Hazard
The ceiling fan's hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Emerson Air Comfort Products to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Fan and lighting stores nationwide and various websites, including www.emersonfans.com and www.amazon.com, from January 2009 through June 2012 for between $450 and $530.
Affected count
About 870
Injuries reported
Emerson is aware of three reports of these Corsair fans falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Emerson Corsair Ceiling Fans
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Emerson Air Comfort Products at 800-777-4440 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.luminancebrands.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Ceiling-Fans-Recalled-by-Emerson-Air-Comfort-Products-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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