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Product recall · CPSCDecember 19, 2017Worth checking
Monte Carlo Ceiling Fans
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The brackets connected to the fan blades can break, causing the blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Monte Carlo to receive a free bracket replacement kit with instructions. Consumers can hire an electrician to perform the repair and Monte Carlo will reimburse them for the repair.
Who to contact: Monte Carlo toll-free at 888-475-1136 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at montecarlofans@generation-brands.com or online at www.montecarlofans.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information.
The product
This recall involves two models of the Monte Carlo "Cyclone" ceiling fans with five blades. The fans are 60 inches wide, weigh about 32 pounds and have either a Roman Bronze or White finish. The model numbers are 5CY60RB for the Roman Bronze and 5CY60WH for the White finish and can be found on top of the motor housing. The Manufacturer Purchase Order numbers (MPO#) can also be found on top of the motor housing. For the Cyclone model ceiling fan in Roman Bronze finish, they are: 30082259, 30100285, 30103624, 30115763, 30126474, 30128431, 30139761, 30143432 and for the White finish, they are: 2020018, 30082259, 30139815, and 30139829. Model Number with Manufacturer Purchase Order Number (MPO#) Description Both model number 5CY60RB and one of the following Manufacturer Purchase Order numbers: 30082259 30100285 30103624 30115763 30126474 30128431 30139761 30143432 Cyclone model ceiling fan in Roman Bronze finish Both model number 5CY60WH and one of the following Manufacturer Purchase Order numbers: 2020018 30082259 30139815 30139829 Cyclone model ceiling fan in White finish
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,400 (In addition, about 50 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- December 19, 2017
- Made or distributed by
- Monte Carlo Fan Company, of Skokie, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Monte Carlo Ceiling Fan Company has received 10 reports of a bracket breaking, causing a fan blade to fall. The firm has received one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
5CY60RB5CY60WH
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The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Monte Carlo Recalls Ceiling Fans Due to Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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