Ceiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard
Recall 12249 · Aug 16, 2012 · Air Comfort Products, a division
870
units affected
870
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12249
- Date
- Aug 16, 2012
- Company
- Air Comfort Products, a division
- Units affected
- 870
- Product
- Emerson Corsair Ceiling Fans
- Product type
- Ceiling Fans
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves Emerson "Corsair" model ceiling fans with two blades and 44- or 52-inch blade spans. The fans were sold in two finishes, oil-rubbed bronze and antique pewter.
What can happen
The ceiling fan's hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Emerson Air Comfort Products to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Emerson is aware of three reports of these Corsair fans falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Fan and lighting stores nationwide and various websites, including www.emersonfans.com and www.amazon.com, from January 2009 through June 2012 for between $450 and $530.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled emerson corsair ceiling fans?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Emerson Air Comfort Products to schedule a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The ceiling fan's hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.