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Ceiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard

Published: August 16, 2012Recall ID: 12249Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / 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.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Emerson "Corsair" model ceiling fans with two blades and 44- or 52-inch blade spans. The fans were sold in two finishes, oil-rubbed bronze and antique pewter.

Affected Products

Emerson Corsair Ceiling Fans

Additional Source Details

FieldValue
U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Ceiling-Fans-Recalled-by-Emerson-Air-Comfort-Products-Due-to-Injury-Hazard
TitleCeiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12249.12249a.jpg
Images › 1 › CaptionCeiling fan
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12249.12249b.jpg
Images › 2 › CaptionCeiling fan
Hazards › NameThe 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.
Injuries › NameEmerson is aware of three reports of these Corsair fans falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported.
Products › NameEmerson Corsair Ceiling Fans
Products › TypeCeiling Fans
Products › Category I D67928
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 870
Recall I D1114
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Emerson Air Comfort Products to schedule a free repair.
Importers › NameAir Comfort Products, a division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Retailers › NameFan 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.
Recall Date2012-08-16T00:00:00
DescriptionThis recall involves Emerson "Corsair" model ceiling fans with two blades and 44- or 52-inch blade spans. The fans were sold in two finishes, oil-rubbed bronze and antique pewter.
Recall Number12249
Remedy Options › OptionRepair
Consumer ContactFor 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.
Last Publish Date2016-04-12T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

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