Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-02-20). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 02044. About 152,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08198 |
| Published | 2008-02-20 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Portable Electric Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Aloha Housewares |
| Firms | Aloha Housewares Inc., of Arlington, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 152,000 |
| Model numbers | 02044 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | dispose, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Wal-mart and small retail chain stores nationwide from August 2006 through November 2007 for between $35 and $45. |
Description
This recall involves electric oscillating tower heaters with the name "Aloha Breeze" printed on the top. The white heaters have model number 02044 and dates codes 06/06, 06/07, 06/08 or 06/09. Model numbers and date codes are printed on the silver label located on the back of the heater, near the bottom.
Hazard
The portable electric heater can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Incidents and injuries
Aloha Housewares has received 29 reports of the heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including 18 reports of property damage. One consumer reported minor burns to the hands and feet.
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