CPSC, SMC and Home Depot Announce Recall of Oscillating Fans
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-06-10 · 04157
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
04157
Date
2004-06-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
"SMC" brand oscillating floor fans
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
SMC Marketing Corp., of Grand Prairie, Texas
Retailer(s)
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.
Importer(s)
Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
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.