Recalls / 2000-11-16
Electric Fans Recalled by Agis Enterprises Co.
01033b · Recalled 2000-11-16 · CPSC page
Description
The fans being recalled are a 12-inch desk fan, a 16-inch desk fan, a 16-inch stand fan, an 18- inch stand fan with three legs, and an 18-inch stand fan with a round base. Writing on all of these fans includes "AGIS" and "MADE IN TAIWAN."
Hazards
The fans could overheat during use, present an electrocution hazard and do not have sufficient guards to prevent fingers from contacting the fan blades, posing the risk of finger amputations.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Stop using these fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Electric fans: a 12-inch desk fan, a 16-inch desk fan, a 16-inch stand fan, an 18- inch stand fan with three legs, and an 18-inch stand fan with a round base | About 11,800 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Agis Enterprises Co. Inc.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Discount stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 1998 through September 1999, for about $50.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Agis Enterprises Co. Inc., collect at (732) 787-1191 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 01033b. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.