Recall #03-016 · Published October 17, 2002

Ceiling Fans

CPSC, Fanimation Announce Recall of Ceiling Fans

CPSC published a recall notice for Ceiling Fans from Fanimation Design and Manufacturing on October 17, 2002. CPSC identifies this hazard: The hanger bracket can break, which could cause the fan to fall from the ceiling and seriously injure anyone standing nearby. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Fanimation for a free, easy-to-install backup bracket. Customers will not have to disconnect the fan or remove the existing bracket.

Image of recalled fan
Image of recalled fan
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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

Additional identifying details

The recalled ceiling fans include the following models: the Islander series, with model number FP320 and date codes 01-00 through 03- 02; the Louvre series, with model number FP1320 and date codes 01-00 through 03-02; and the Tropicana series, with the model number FP1600 and date codes 12-01 through 04-02.

Which products are included?

The recalled ceiling fans include the following models: the Islander series, with model number FP320 and date codes 01-00 through 03- 02; the Louvre series, with model number FP1320 and date codes 01-00 through 03-02; and the Tropicana series, with the model number FP1600 and date codes 12-01 through 04-02. The model number and date codes can be found on the manufacturer's sticker, located just above the motor of the fan.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The hanger bracket can break, which could cause the fan to fall from the ceiling and seriously injure anyone standing nearby.

Incidents and injuries

Fanimation has received four reports of hanger brackets breaking, including three instances where the fan fell from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Fanimation for a free, easy-to-install backup bracket. Customers will not have to disconnect the fan or remove the existing bracket.

Product and sales details

Brand
Fanimation Design and Manufacturing
Manufacturer
Fanimation Design and Manufacturing Inc., of Lebanon, Ind.
Product type
Ceiling fans
Recall number
03-016
Units
About 60,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Lighting showrooms, fan specialty stores and electrical distributors nationwide sold the fans, from February 2000 through July 2002, for between $550 to $850.

Ceiling Fans

CPSC product type: Fans

Recall contact information

For more information, consumers can contact Fanimation at (888) 284-8938 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's website at www.fanimation.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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