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Monte Carlo Recalls Ceiling Fans Due to Injury Hazard

Reported: December 19, 2017 Initiated: December 19, 2017 #18064

Product Description

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

Reason for Recall

The brackets connected to the fan blades can break, causing the blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,400 (In addition, about 50 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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. Recalled by Monte Carlo Fan Company, of Skokie, Ill.. Units affected: About 3,400 (In addition, about 50 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The brackets connected to the fan blades can break, causing the blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18064.