Tower Fans Recalled by the Holmes Group Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 07086 · Jan 24, 2007 · The Holmes Group
300,000
units affected
300,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07086
- Date
- Jan 24, 2007
- Company
- The Holmes Group
- Units affected
- 300,000
- Product
- Holmes® Oscillating Tower Fans
- Product type
- Fans
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recall involves the Holmes HT30 Oscillating Tower Fan. The model number can be found on the silver label on the back of the unit. The tower fans are white. "Holmes®" is printed on the front of the base.
What can happen
Electrical arcing in the fan's wiring can cause a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the fans and contact The Holmes Group for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The Holmes Group has received 16 reports of property damage, including one reported injury involving minor burns and smoke inhalation.
- Sold at
- Target, Bed Bath & Beyond and additional department and specialty stores nationwide from July 2002 through June 2005 for about $30.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled holmes® oscillating tower fans?
Consumers should immediately stop using the fans and contact The Holmes Group for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.
What is the hazard?
Electrical arcing in the fan's wiring can cause a fire hazard.
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.