Product Recall Number: 05-002
Why was Portable oscillating electric fans recalled?
The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.
Product Recall Number: 05-002
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2004-10-05
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Portable oscillating electric fans
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), New York Zion Trading Corp., of Flushing, New York. is voluntarily recalling about 2,500 Portable oscillating electric fans. The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.Name of product: Portable oscillating electric fansUnits: About 2,500Importer/Distributor: New York Zion Trading Corp., of Flushing, New YorkHazard: The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.Incidents/Injuries: No reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.Description: The recall involves 16-inch diameter 3-speed oscillating fans which mount on adjustable stands. "NYZT" appears in the center of the front fan guard. The model numbers, FS-1601A and FS-1607C, are found on a silver label on the back of the controls. The fans come in two color combinations: either blue and white, or all gray.Sold at: Discount and variety stores in the New York City metropolitan area sold these electric fans during May 2004 for about $10.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.Consumer Contact: Call New York Zion Trading Corp. collect at (718) 909-7899, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Hazard Description: The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 2,500
Incidents: No reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Sold At: Discount and variety stores in the New York City metropolitan area sold these electric fans during May 2004 for about $10.
Importers: New York Zion Trading Corp., of Flushing, New York
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: New York Zion Trading Corp., of Flushing, New York
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed