CPSC Issues Recall for Hampton Bay Halwin Ceiling Fans Over Blade Separation Hazard
About 9,460 ceiling fans manufactured by Youngo Limited are recalled due to fan blades separating from the motor flywheel.
3 reports on this incident · first at Aug 20, 2026, 10:35 a.m. ET
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Aug 20, 2026, 10:53 a.m. ET
CPSC Cites 11 Incident Reports in Recall of Hampton Bay Ceiling Fans
On August 13, 2026, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported in an official recall notice that manufacturer Youngo Limited has received 11 reports of fan blades breaking or separating from the motor flywheel on Hampton Bay Halwin 52-inch ceiling fans. According to the CPSC notice, no injuries have been reported in connection with the defect.
The safety action (Recall Number 26702) covers about 9,460 Hampton Bay Halwin 52-inch Indoor/Outdoor Ceiling Fans manufactured by Youngo Limited, based in Huizhou, China. The recalled units carry model numbers AK396H-MBK and AK396H-BN, along with UPCs 840059614922 or 840059615370. The identifying UPC numbers are located on the product packaging, the rating label inside the fan mounting plate, and the warranty registration card packed with the Use and Care Guide. The fans feature an adjustable white LED light, a remote, and either a matte black or brushed nickel finish. The agency noted that the fan blades can separate from the flywheel, creating impact and injury hazards.
According to the official record, consumers should stop using the recalled ceiling fans immediately. Consumers can contact Youngo with proof of purchase or a photograph of the serial number located inside the mounting plate and proof of disposal to receive a full refund via ACH payment or store credit as a Home Depot gift card. Alternatively, consumers may return the product to a Home Depot retail store for full store credit as a gift card or a refund back to the original payment card used. CPSC database records show no other enforcement actions for Youngo Limited.
Aug 20, 2026, 10:35 a.m. ETFirst report
CPSC Recalls About 9,460 Hampton Bay Halwin Ceiling Fans Over Injury Hazard
On August 13, 2026, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of about 9,460 Hampton Bay Halwin 52-inch Indoor/Outdoor Ceiling Fans manufactured by Youngo Limited, of Huizhou, China. According to CPSC recall notice number 26702, the situation remains open and developing.
The CPSC notice states that the fan blades can separate from the fan motor flywheel, posing impact and injury hazards to consumers. Youngo Limited has received 11 reports of incidents involving the fan blades breaking or separating from the fan motor flywheel. No injuries have been reported. The recall involves ceiling fans with model numbers AK396H-MBK and AK396H-BN, featuring an adjustable white LED light, a remote, and either a matte black or brushed nickel finish. The affected UPCs are 840059614922 and 840059615370, which are located on the product packaging, the rating label on the inside of the fan mounting plate (the same label as the serial number), and the warranty registration card packed with the Use and Care Guide.
According to the official recall notice, consumers should stop using the recalled ceiling fans immediately. Consumers can contact Youngo for either a full refund by ACH payment or store credit in the form of a Home Depot gift card, which requires providing proof of purchase or a photograph of the serial number located inside the mounting plate and a photo showing proof of disposal. Alternatively, consumers may return the product to a Home Depot retail store for full store credit as a Home Depot gift card or a refund back to the card used for purchase.
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