CPSC2012-08-16
Heated Mats for Pets Recalled by World Class Due to Fire and Electrical Shock Hazards to Consumers; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com
Product photos
Hazard
The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled pet mats and contact World Class to receive a full refund. The firm is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product.
Sold at
Online at www.amazon.com from July 2011 through March 2012 for about $19.
Affected count
About 25
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of the mats catching on fire, including property damage. One fire involved the asphyxiation death of a dog.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Indoor Pet Heating Comfort Pad Mats
Consumer contact
For more information, contact World Class Inc. toll-free at (888) 941-5079 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Thursday, or email the firm at gsiamazon@gmail.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Heated-Mats-for-Pets-Recalled-by-World-Class-Due-to-Fire-and-Electrical-Shock-Hazards-to-Consumers-Sold-Exclusively-at-AmazoncomDon't want to check this manually?
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