CPSC2012-02-22
Meijer Recalls Touch Point Fan Heaters Due to Fire, Shock Hazards
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Hazard
Exposed and unshielded electrical components can cause the heater to overheat and melt, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.
Sold at
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20.
Affected count
About 6,102
Injuries reported
Meijer received one report of a unit's base burning, melting and damaging the carpet beneath it. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Forced Air Heater
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Meijer-Recalls-Touch-Point-Fan-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-Shock-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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