CPSC, Brooklyn Lollipop Announce Recall of Electric Fans
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-12-26). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock, entrapment. Models: V1185, V1186, V1865, V1783. About 22,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03064 |
| Published | 2002-12-26 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-13 |
| Product category | Fans |
| Products | Electric Fans |
| Firm named in the title | Brooklyn Lollipop |
| Firms | Brooklyn Lollipop Imports and Exports, Inc., of Brooklyn, NY (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 22,000 |
| Model numbers | V1185, V1186, V1865, V1783 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock, entrapment |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount and variety stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from May 2000 through July 2002, for between $10 and $15. |
Description
The recalled electric fans, which have the brand name "Lollipop" printed on the fan blade cover, have model numbers V1185, V1186, V1865 and V1783, which can be found on the motor housing. The V1185, V1186, and V1865 models have labels that read, "Hi Velocity Lollipop Air Circular." The three-speed, four-position fans are either floor mounted or table top units. The model V1783 has a clip-on base.
Hazard
These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, have an improperly sized grill, and overheat, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund. Consumers also can return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 7 Marcus Garvey Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11206.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Brooklyn Lollipop have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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