CPSC recall · Reported February 24, 2015
Fanimation Recalls Brewmaster Ceiling Fans Due to Risk of Injury
The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. If this happens, the fan blades and hub can fall and pose a risk of injury to bystand…
The CPSC recalled The recall includes Brewmaster belt-driven fans powered by a remote motor. The fans have ….
Fanimation Recalls Brewmaster Ceiling Fans Due to Risk of Injury was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 24, 2015. Reason: The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. If this happens…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a re…. Verify recall #15083 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. If this happens….
- None
- agency class
- 9K units
- affected scope
- February 24, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15083 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description
The recall includes Brewmaster belt-driven fans powered by a remote motor. The fans have two blades of various styles and colors, and were sold in a short neck assembly, extending 15 inches from the ceiling and a long assembly extending 26 inches from the ceiling. The fans were sold in antique brass, pewter and black hardware. A face plate on the lower part of the head assembly reads in part, "THE BREWMASTER by FANIMATION." Fans with the following model numbers on their packaging are included in the recall: FP10AB, FP10AC, FP10BL, FP10PW, FP20AB, FP20AC, FP20BL and FP20PW.
Reason for recall
The ceiling fan hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft when operating in reverse. If this happens, the fan blades and hub can fall and pose a risk of injury to bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a retention collar for the Brewmaster fan.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15083 |
| Date reported | February 24, 2015 |
| Date initiated | February 24, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | 9300 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
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 recalled fans and contact Fanimation for a retention collar for the Brewmaster fan.
- Check the recall number (15083) 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.
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