Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1006.
The following Westinghouse Lighting ceiling fans with 24, 30 and 42-inch diameter blades are included in this recall. "Westinghouse" is printed on the fan's ceiling canopy. The item number is printed on the fan's motor housing. Item Number Description 72243 24-inch ceiling fan gun metal finish with opal-frosted light kit 6 blades (black/graphite color) 78631 24-inch ceiling fan chrome finish with opal-frosted light kit 6 blades (dark wood/beech color) 72245 30-inch ceiling fan espresso finish with opal-frosted light kit 3 blades (espresso/dark cherry color) 78763 30-inch ceiling fan chrome finish with opal-frosted light kit 3 blades (dark wood/beech color) 78764 42-inch ceiling fan gun metal finish with opal-frosted light kit 3 blades (black/graphite color)
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1006.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting for two free replacement 40-watt light bulbs.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home Improvement And Hardware Stores, Home Centers And Electrical Product Suppliers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com From January 2011 Through January 2012 For Between $135 And $150. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1006.
For additional information, contact Westinghouse Lighting toll-free at (888) 417-6222 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.westinghouselighting.com
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Home Improvement And Hardware Stores, Home Centers And Electrical Product Suppliers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com From January 2011 Through January 2012 For Between $135 And $150. Recall FAQ
Home Improvement And Hardware Stores, Home Centers And Electrical Product Suppliers Nationwide And Online At Www.amazon.com From January 2011 Through January 2012 For Between $135 And $150. is the subject of a lighting recall: Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards. The notice was published on March 21, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 7,000 units are potentially affected.