CPSC2010-12-16
Wal-Mart Recalls Electric Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas
Hazard
The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater and return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide from December 2001 through October 2009 for about $18.
Affected count
About 2.2 million
Injuries reported
Wal-Mart has received 21 reports of incidents, which included 11 reports of property damage beyond the heater. Injuries were reported in four incidents, three of which required medical attention for minor burns and smoke inhalation. The remaining incidents included smoke irritation, sparking or property damage beyond the heater.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials Heaters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Wal-Mart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmart.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Wal-Mart-Recalls-Electric-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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