The Holmes Group Recalls Oil-Filled Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-04-26). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: HOH2505, HOH2520. About 300,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07168 |
| Published | 2007-04-26 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Holmes® Oil-Filled Electric Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | The Holmes Group |
| Firms | The Holmes Group, of Milford, Mass. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 300,000 |
| Model numbers | HOH2505, HOH2520 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Discount department stores, hardware stores and other retailers from September 2005 through February 2007 for between $40 and $50. |
Description
The recall involves Holmes oil-filled electric heaters with model number HOH2505 and HOH2520. The model number and "Holmes®" are printed on the side of the unit near the bottom.
Hazard
A poor electrical connection within the heater can lead to overheating. This poses fire and thermal burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact the Holmes Group to receive a free replacement heater.
Incidents and injuries
The Holmes Group has received reports of 59 incidents involving the recalled heaters. There were 12 reports of minor injuries, including four reported burns. There were 36 reports of property damage, including four fires that caused between $41,000 and $200,000 in damage.
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