CPSCRecalled Jun 10, 2004 · #04157
CPSC, SMC and Home Depot Announce Recall of Oscillating Fans
Hazard
The electric power cord can be damaged by the oscillation motion of the fan. The damage to the cord can result in a short circuit and possible ignition of the plastic case, posing a fire hazard.
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The recall includes 18-inch, pedestal floor fans with model number SR-18 or SP-18. The model number is on the back of the fan beside the on/off button. All of the recalled fans are white with the brand name, "SMC," written on the face plate of the front grill.
Product details
- Product
- SMC brand oscillating floor fans
- Type
- Fans
- Manufacturer
- SMC Marketing Corp., of Grand Prairie, Texas
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- The Home Depot sold these fans, from January 1997 through October 2001, for about $20. The recalled fans also were sold at other retailers, some of which have gone out of business.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the recalled fans immediately and either return them to the Home Depot for a store credit, or contact SMC Marketing Corp. for instructions on receiving a refund. The Home Depot will accept all recalled fans.