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Coverage dated August 28, 2025

Nearly 3 million electric motors for attic fans recalled over fire risk

Headline from KTVU San Francisco

Nearly 3 million electric motors for attic fans have been recalled because they may short circuit and cause a fire.

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  1. KTVU San Francisco

    Nearly 3 million electric motors for attic fans recalled over fire risk (opens KTVU San Francisco)

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    KTVU San Francisco's feed description

    Nearly 3 million electric motors for attic fans have been recalled because they may short circuit and cause a fire.

  2. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    Nearly 3 million roof-mounted attic fans recalled due to fire hazard (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

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    NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description

    The recalled attic fans were sold at several stores and wholesalers nationwide, including ABC Supply, Lowe’s and Beacon Hardware.

  3. FOX Business

    Nearly 3M electric motors for attic fans recalled over fire hazard concerns (opens FOX Business)

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    FOX Business's feed description

    Around 2.9 million electric motors distributed by Air Vent and used in attic fans have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission due to fire hazard risks from faulty safety cutoffs.

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