Ceiling Fans
Description: The following Westinghouse Lighting ceiling fans with 24, 30 and 42-inch diameter blades are included in this recall. “Westinghouse” is printed on the fan’s ceiling canopy. The item number is printed on the fan’s motor housing. Item NumberDescriptionPhoto 72243 24-inch ceiling fangun metal finish with opal-frosted light kit6 blades (black/graphite color) 78631 24-inch ceiling fanchrome finish with opal-frosted light kit6 blades (dark wood/beech color) 72245 30-inch ceiling fanespresso finish with opal-frosted light kit3 blades (espresso/dark cherry color) 78763 30-inch ceiling fanchrome finish with opal-frosted light kit3 blades (dark wood/beech color) 78764 42-inch ceiling fangun metal finish with opal-frosted light kit3 blades (black/graphite color) [Learn More]
About 7,000 units were affected by this recall.
Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
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Ceiling Fans Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 03/21/2012 |
| Recall ID | 1006 |
| Recall Number | 12135 |
| Product Type | Ceiling Fans |
| Hazard | The two 60-watt light bulbs included with the ceiling fans exceed the fan's maximum wattage, which can cause the ceiling fans to overheat or fail. This poses fire and shock hazards to consumers. |
| Injuries | None reported |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting for two free replacement 40-watt light bulbs. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | For additional information, contact Westinghouse Lighting toll-free at (888) 417-6222 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website atwww.westinghouselighting.com |
| Last Updated | 04/12/2016 |
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