CPSC2012-06-20
Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard
Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Hazard
The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
Sold at
Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.
Affected count
About 70,500
Injuries reported
Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Big-Lots-Recalls-Portable-Ceramic-Space-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-Electric-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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