CPSC2017-12-19
Monte Carlo Recalls Ceiling Fans Due to Injury Hazard
Monte Carlo Fan Company, of Skokie, Ill.
Hazard
The brackets connected to the fan blades can break, causing the blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Monte Carlo to receive a free bracket replacement kit with instructions. Consumers can hire an electrician to perform the repair and Monte Carlo will reimburse them for the repair.
Sold at
Del Mar Fans & Lighting, Pacific Ceiling Fans, Wilson Lighting and other lighting stores nationwide and online from January 2016 through September 2017 for between $500 and $550.
Affected count
About 3,400 (In addition, about 50 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Monte Carlo Ceiling Fan Company has received 10 reports of a bracket breaking, causing a fan blade to fall. The firm has received one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Cyclone ceiling fans
Consumer contact
Monte Carlo toll-free at 888-475-1136 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at montecarlofans@generation-brands.com or online at www.montecarlofans.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Monte-Carlo-Recalls-Ceiling-Fans-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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