Recall 15-083, published February 24, 2015
Fanimation Brewmaster Ceiling Fans
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
FP20PWCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: FP10AB, FP10AC, FP10BL, FP10PW, FP20AB, FP20AC, FP20BL, FP20PW.
Which products are included?
The recall includes Brewmaster belt-driven fans powered by a remote motor. The fans have two blades of various styles and colors, and were sold in a short neck assembly, extending 15 inches from the ceiling and a long assembly extending 26 inches from the ceiling. The fans were sold in antique brass, pewter and black hardware. A face plate on the lower part of the head assembly reads in part, "THE BREWMASTER by FANIMATION." Fans with the following model numbers on their packaging are included in the recall: FP10AB, FP10AC, FP10BL, FP10PW, FP20AB, FP20AC, FP20BL and FP20PW.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. If this happens, the fan blades and hub can fall and pose a risk of injury to bystanders.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a retention collar for the Brewmaster fan.
What should I do if I have FP20PW?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with FP20PW.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 250-6458, go to www.fanimation.com, or email recall@fanimation.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Fanimation
- Recall published
- February 24, 2015
- Category
- Lighting & Ceiling Fans
- Units
- 9300
- Sold at / sales period
- Electrical distributors, fan specialty stores and lighting showrooms nationwide and online from June 2002 to December 2014 for between $800 and $2,500 per system.
Other model numbers in this recall
3 of the others start with FP20, like FP20PW.
