CPSC2020-03-12
Kichler Lighting Recalls Ceiling Fans Due to Injury Hazard
Kichler Lighting LLC, of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard
The irons (arms) that hold the ceiling fan blades can detach during use, causing the blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Kichler for instructions on receiving a free replacement ceiling fan.
Sold at
Lowe's and other lighting specialty stores nationwide and online at www.lowes.com from January 2016 through March 2020 for about $250.
Affected count
About 38,900 (in addition, about 3,160 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Kichler has received about 62 reports of the fan blade iron breaking or detaching. Kichler has received one report of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Kichler 52-inch LED Indoor Ceiling fans
Consumer contact
Kichler Lighting toll-free at 866-558-5706 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com and click on “Safety Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Kichler-Lighting-Recalls-Ceiling-Fans-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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