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Product Recall
Exhaust Fans Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Delta Electronics Dongguan
Harbor Breeze Bath Fans with Heater and Light
Recall Date: June 28th, 2012
Type: Fans
Units: About 68,000
Hazards: The fan's heater blades can fail to rotate properly, causing the fan to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should stop using the recalled bathroom exhaust fans immediately and contact Delta Electronics Dongguan to schedule a free repair by a trained service technician.
Description
This recall involves plastic Harbor Breeze bathroom fans with a center light and a heater. The fans are white and measure about 11 x 17 inches. Model number 7109-01-L, Lowe's item number 194492 and UPC code 820633985358 are printed on the fan's packaging. A date code beginning with either 0, 11, 12 or 13 is printed on the fan's housing, which indicates the fan was manufactured between August 2010 and March 2011.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Delta Electronics Dongguan toll-free at (855) 301-6578 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.heaterfanrecall.comInjuries:
The firm has received 11 reports of the fan overheating with smoking or flames within the fan housing, including three reports of minor property damage.
Manufacturers:
Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
Retailers:
Lowe's stores nationwide and at www.lowes.com from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $90.
Importers:
Homewerks Worldwide LLC, Lincolnshire, Ill.
