CPSC recall 15-083, announced February 24, 2015, covers Fanimation Brewmaster Ceiling Fans (9300 units). The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a retention collar for the Brewmaster fan. Recall contact: call (888) 250-6458, go to www.fanimation.com, or email recall@fanimation.com.
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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.
Check 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 noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 8 listed, all starting with
FP. Yours must match one exactly. - Where to look
a face plate on the lower part of the head assembly
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- June 2002 through December 2014
- Price paid
- $800 to $2,500
Why 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.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of the ceiling fan hub falling. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a retention collar for the Brewmaster fan.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 8 listed in this recall.
- 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.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Fanimation
- Product type
- Ceiling fans
- Recall number
- 15-083
- Units
- 9300
- Manufactured in
- China
- 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.
- Importer
- Fanimation Inc., of Zionsville, Ind.
Brewmaster Ceiling Fans
CPSC product type: Ceiling Fans
This recall in context
Compared with the 30 ceiling fan recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 9,300 units: the 11th-largest of 22 ceiling fan recalls that state a unit count. The median is 8,550 units.
- Hazard
- Fall: named in 16 of 30 ceiling fan recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 8 of 30 ceiling fan recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- About 13 years. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Fanimation Recall Hotline toll-free at (888) 250-6458 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.fanimation.com and click on "Contact Us" for more information. Consumers also can email the firm at recall@fanimation.com.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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