CPSC, Retailers Announce Recall of Waterless Vaporizers and Aromatherapy Diffusers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-11-17). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. Models: 1070, 3070. About 10,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06032 |
| Published | 2005-11-17 |
| Last updated | 2024-04-11 |
| Product category | Vaporizers/Diffusers/Misters |
| Products | Vapor-Eze Waterless Vaporizer and Vapor-Eze Aromatherapy Diffuser |
| Firm named in the title | Retailers |
| Firms | Juvenile Products Corp., of Miami, Fla. (THIS COMPANY IS OUT OF BUSINESS) (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 10,000 |
| Model numbers | 1070, 3070 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00015715010008, 00015715010145 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount department and drug stores, including Wal-Mart, from June 2005 through September 2005 for about $20. |
Description
The recalled waterless vaporizers are white plastic with vents. The aromatherapy diffusers are ivory plastic with vents. Both are 5 inches wide by 3½ inches high. "Vapor-Eze," and "Waterless Vaporizer" are written on the top of the vaporizer. "Vapor-Eze" and "Aromatic Therapy" are written on the top of the diffuser. Model 1070, 2070 or 3070 and "Juv. Prod's. Corp" are printed on the bottom of the units. UPC Code 015715910701, 015715010008, 000157159104 or 0157150010145 is printed on the packaging.
Hazard
A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled waterless vaporizer and aromatherapy diffuser immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
There have been reports of 25 incidents involving these products, including at least six fires and two reports of burn injuries. In one incident, a young child was hospitalized with burns to the face and hands and smoke inhalation. In another incident, a consumer suffered a burned foot.
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