The Recall Desk
ModerateCPSC·23041·Announced 2022-11-10

Hunter Fan Recalls Five Lighting Collections Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Hunter Fan Company is recalling approximately 2,600 light fixtures from five collections because internal wires can become damaged, posing an electric shock hazard. Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Hunter for a full refund.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a theoretical shock hazard from damaged internal wires. While seven circuit-breaker trips were reported, no injuries or illnesses have been reported, and the hazard remains theoretical. This qualifies as a low-risk hazard without documented harm, placing it at severity level 2 (Moderate) as a voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Hunter Fan Company, of Memphis, Tennessee, is recalling approximately 2,600 lighting fixtures from five collections: Devon Park, Astwood, Highland Hill, Kerrison, and Van Nuys. The fixtures were sold with single, 2, 3, 4, and 5-light configurations in various finishes including brushed nickel, polished nickel, Onyx black, Alturas gold, Distressed white, and rust.

The internal wires in these lights can become damaged, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers. Hunter has received seven reports of the lights causing circuit breakers to trip. No injuries have been reported.

These light fixtures were sold online at www.hunterfan.com and other online lighting websites from October 2021 through September 2022, priced between $110 and $450. The model number can be found on a label behind the light when removed from the wall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighting products. Contact Hunter toll-free at 866-326-2003 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.hunterfan.com and click on the "Recall" link at the bottom of the page for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Hunter branded Devon Park, Astwood, Highland Hill, Kerrison and Van Nuys light fixtures
Manufacturer
Hunter Fan Company, of Memphis, Tennessee
Category
Consumer Product — Lighting Fixtures
Hazard
  • electric-shock
  • damaged-wiring
Affected units
2,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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