The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·98003·Announced 1997-10-07

CPSC Recalls Envirotech Plastic Oscillating Electric Fans Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC and retailers are recalling about 780,000 Envirotech electric fans because their plastic enclosures are flammable and power cords can expose live parts.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and 10 retailers are recalling approximately 780,000 plastic oscillating electric fans imported by Envirotech Electric Inc. of Cerritos, California. The recall covers 3-speed oscillating fans in floor stand or desk top models, ranging from 8 to 18 inches high. The word "Envirotech" is printed on the fans, which feature specific model numbers on a silver label on the bottom of the base. These fans were sold nationwide from January 1997 through June 1997 for between $15 and $35.

The fans are being recalled because their plastic enclosures are extremely flammable and the power cords can come apart, exposing live electrical parts. This presents fire and shock hazards to consumers. Additionally, the fans carry counterfeit Underwriters Laboratories (UL) marks and do not comply with UL's safety requirements. CPSC is not aware of any injuries involving these fans, and the recall is being issued to prevent the possibility of injury.

Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. The fans were sold through Hechinger's, All American Home Centers, Home Base, BJ's Wholesale Club, Ace Hardware, Marc's, Menard's, Rose's Stores, and Supply One. Consumers with questions can call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772.

The recalled product

Product
Envirotech plastic oscillating electric fans
Manufacturer
Hechinger
Category
Consumer Product — Electric Fans
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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