The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12135·Announced 2012-03-21

Westinghouse Ceiling Fans Recalled for Shock and Fire Hazards

Westinghouse Lighting is recalling about 7,000 ceiling fans because included light bulbs exceed maximum wattage, posing fire and shock risks.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and shock hazards) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Westinghouse Lighting Corp. is recalling approximately 7,000 ceiling fans with 24, 30, and 42-inch diameter blades. The recall includes specific item numbers 72243, 78631, 72245, 78763, and 78764, which feature various finishes and blade configurations. The "Westinghouse" brand name is printed on the fan's ceiling canopy, and the item number is located on the motor housing.

The recall is due to a hazard where the two 60-watt light bulbs included with the fans exceed the fan's maximum wattage rating. This condition can cause the ceiling fans to overheat or fail, creating fire and shock hazards for consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The affected fans were sold at home improvement and hardware stores, home centers, and electrical product suppliers nationwide, as well as online at www.amazon.com, from January 2011 through January 2012. The fans were sold for between $135 and $150. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting to receive two free replacement 40-watt light bulbs.

The recalled product

Product
Ceiling Fans
Manufacturer
Westinghouse Lighting Corp., of Philadelphia, Pa.
Category
Consumer Product — Ceiling Fans
Hazard
Affected units
7,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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