CPSC2014-05-29
Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Sunbeam Products, Inc., of Boca Raton, Fla.
Hazard
The ceramic heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater, unplug it and contact Sunbeam Products, Inc. for instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Sold at
Fred Meyer, Target, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from August 2013 to March 2014 for about $30.
Affected count
About 151,600
Injuries reported
The firm has received 132 reports of units that unexpectedly stopped working and/or overheating, resulting in one report of smoke inhalation and ten reports of property damage involving burned flooring.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Holmes Ceramic Heaters
Consumer contact
Sunbeam Products at (800) 834-0056 anytime, or online at www.holmesproducts.com and click on "Ceramic Heater Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Sunbeam-Recalls-Holmes-Ceramic-HeatersDon't want to check this manually?
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