CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Recall of Ceiling Fan

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-193

Date: September 24, 2003

Product Name: "Aire Tek" Ceiling Fans

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill., is voluntarily recalling 1,200 Ceiling Fans. About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.Name of product: Ceiling FansUnits: 1,200Distributor: Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.Hazard: About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: These dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fan were sold in chrome, stone white, brush nickel, polished brass, antique brass, or weathered patina finishes. Model number 355-6645 is printed on a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan. The brand name of the fan, "Aire Tek" is written on the packaging only.Sold at: Independent retail lighting stores nationwide between January 2002 and May 2002 for between $350 and $450.Manufactured in: TaiwanRemedy: Consumers should contact Vaxcel to determine if their unit is defective. A free, replacement ceiling fan will be provided to consumers with defective units. To avoid the risk of shock while removing a recalled fan, consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.Consumer Contact: Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Hazard Description:

About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 1,200

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Independent retail lighting stores nationwide between January 2002 and May 2002 for between $350 and $450.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan