CPSC, The Holmes Group Announce Recall of Tower Heater Fans
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-08-11). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: HFH6498-U, HFH6500-U, HFH6500TG-U, BFH3530-U, 6500TG-U. About 180,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05240 |
| Published | 2005-08-11 |
| Last updated | 2024-10-29 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Holmes® and Bionaire® Tower Heater Fans |
| Firm named in the title | The Holmes Group |
| Firms | The Holmes Group Inc., of Milford, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 180,000 |
| Model numbers | HFH6498-U, HFH6500-U, HFH6500TG-U, BFH3530-U, 6500TG-U |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Wal-Mart, Target, Linens N Things, Bed Bath and Beyond and additional department and specialty stores nationwide, from July 2004 through June 2005, for between $40 and $90. |
Description
The recall involves Holmes® models HFH6498-U, HFH6500-U and HFH6500TG-U and Bionaire® model BFH3530-U. The recalled heaters also have date codes beginning with 2604 through 3804 for all units, except for Holmes® model 6500TG-U, which has date codes ranging from 2604 through 4704. The model and date code can be found on the silver label on the back of the unit. The heater fans are 26 inches tall; come in all gray, two-tone gray, or black and gray; and have either the word Holmes® or Bionaire® printed on the front of the base.
Hazard
The power cord on the units can fray or sever, causing the fan to stop working and overheat. This could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and contact The Holmes Group for instructions on receiving a replacement unit.
Incidents and injuries
The Holmes Group has received 98 reports of minor property damage to the surface under the heater. No injuries have been reported.
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