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CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans

U.S. CPSCFireNov 22, 2005
Recalled Fan
Recalled Fan

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.

Incidents & injuries

Haier has received eight reports of fires or flames associated with this electric fan, including minor property damage and one report of minor burns.

Product description

This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.

Sold on

Discount department stores nationwide from February 2004 through November 2005 for between $20 and $30.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Haier toll-free at (877) 337-3639 anytime or email the firm at [email protected]

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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