FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 25, 2003
Release #03-193
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Firm Announce Recall of Ceiling Fans
Name of product: Ceiling Fans
Units: 1,200
Distributor: Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.
Hazard: About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: These dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fan were sold in chrome, stone white, brush nickel, polished brass, antique brass, or weathered patina finishes. Model number 355-6645 is printed on a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan. The brand name of the fan, "Aire Tek" is written on the packaging only.
Sold at: Independent retail lighting stores nationwide between January 2002 and May 2002 for between $350 and $450.
Manufactured in: Taiwan.
Remedy: Consumers should contact Vaxcel to determine if their unit is defective. A free, replacement ceiling fan will be provided to consumers with defective units. To avoid the risk of shock while removing a recalled fan, consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.
Consumer Contact: Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.