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Model number 72043 and a product order number of 016555, 016761, 016647, 017157, 016648 or 017349 are printed on the top of the fan's motor housing.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Westinghouse Lighting's Great Falls 52" outdoor ceiling fans with four dark walnut blades, frosted amber glass and an LED lamp. The fan blades are 22 inches long and have an oil rubbed bronze finish. Model number 72043 and a product order number of 016555, 016761, 016647, 017157, 016648 or 017349 are printed on the top of the fan's motor housing.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fan blades can crack and break, posing an impact injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Westinghouse Lighting has received 62 reports of the fan blades cracking or breaking, including one report of an impact injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting for instructions on receiving a free replacement blade kit.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Westinghouse Lighting, of Philadelphia, Pa.
- Product type
- Ceiling fans
- Recall number
- 21-701
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Amazon.com, Homedepot.com, Wayfair.com and independent distributors nationwide from October 2019 through August 2020 for between $170 and $200.
Recall contact information
Westinghouse Lighting toll-free at 888-417-6222 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.westinghouselighting.com/product-notification or www.westinghouselighting.com and click the Recall Notice link at the top of the page for more information.
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