CPSC recall 03-193, announced September 25, 2003, covers Vaxcel International Aire Tek Ceiling Fans (1,200 units). About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should contact Vaxcel to determine if their unit is defective. Recall contact: call (800) 482-9235.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Model number 355-6645 is printed on a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan.
Which products are included?
These dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fans 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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Where to look
a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- January 2002 through May 2002
- Price paid
- $350 to $450
Why it was recalled
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 and injuries
None reported.
Official 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.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 482-9235.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vaxcel International
- Product type
- Ceiling fans
- Recall number
- 03-193
- Units
- 1,200
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent retail lighting stores nationwide, between January 2002 and May 2002, for between $350 and $450.
- Distributor
- Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.
Aire Tek Ceiling Fans
CPSC product type: Fans
This recall in context
Compared with the 30 ceiling fan recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 1,200 units: the 20th-largest of 22 ceiling fan recalls that state a unit count. The median is 8,550 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 7 of 30 ceiling fan recalls.
- Brand history
- Vaxcel International is named in 2 CPSC notices in this index, from 2003 to 2004. This recall is the earliest. 2 of them are ceiling fan recalls.
- Time on sale
- 5 months. Recalled 16 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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