CPSC2021-02-03
Enerco Group Recalls DeWALT Cordless Kerosene Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards
Enerco Group, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard
The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco for a free replacement corded heater.
Sold at
Lowe's stores and farm and supply stores nationwide from June 2020 through November 2020 for about $350.
Affected count
About 4,500
Injuries reported
Enerco has received one report of a heater starting unexpectedly when it was moved while in standby without being turned off. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
DeWALT® cordless kerosene forced-air heaters
Consumer contact
Enerco Group at 800-964-4328 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.enercogroupinc.com and click on the “Support” drop down to find “recalls, or directly at www.enercogroupinc.com/recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Enerco-Group-Recalls-DeWALT-Cordless-Kerosene-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-and-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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