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CPSC recall · Reported November 22, 2005

CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Recall #
06037
Affected scope
About 150,000
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Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong recalled This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tow… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans was recalled by Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong in November 22, 2005. Reason: Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on …. Verify recall #06037 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
November 22, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06037 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #06037) was formally reported on November 22, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 150,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who prev… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 150,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 06037
Date reported November 22, 2005
Date initiated November 22, 2005
Recalling firm Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong
Affected scope About 150,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable fo…

  • Check the recall number (06037) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.. Recalled by Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 150,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 22, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06037.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (06037) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported November 22, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.