Desk Fans Recalled by Morton Paper Co.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-11-21). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock, entrapment. About 4,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01036a |
| Published | 2000-11-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-15 |
| Product category | Fans |
| Products | T16-inch "PIONEER" brand desk fans |
| Firm named in the title | Morton Paper Co. |
| Firms | The Morton Paper Co., of Brooklyn, N.Y, (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 4,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock, entrapment |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 1999 through June 2000, for about $20. |
Description
The desk fan being recalled is a 16-inch "PIONEER" brand. The desk fan is labeled on its base as "PIONEER, 16" DESK FAN, MADE IN TAIWAN".
Hazard
The fans could overheat during use, and do not have sufficient guards to prevent possible finger entrapment. These fans present electrocution, shock, fire, and finger amputation hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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