Steam Cleaners Recalled by Thane International Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-08-20). Hazards: burn. Models: YQ3888. About 134,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08601 |
| Published | 2008-08-20 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Steamers |
| Products | H20 Portable Handheld Steam Cleaners |
| Firm named in the title | Thane International |
| Firms | Thane International Inc., of La Quinta, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 134,000 |
| Model numbers | YQ3888 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Television infomercials nationwide and at www.thane.com and shipped to consumers from December 2007 through May 2008. |
Description
The recalled portable handheld steam cleaners are white and dark gray. "H20" and "M" are printed on the steam cleaners. Model number YQ3888 and the "produce code" are printed on a label on the underside of the units. This recall only includes steam cleaners with "produce codes" from 071025 through 080324.
Hazard
Steam can escape from the handle and trigger of the steam cleaner, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled steam cleaners and contact Thane to receive a $30 coupon for the purchase of another Thane product, or to receive a free replacement steam cleaner. Thane has directly contacted consumers who received the steam cleaners.
Incidents and injuries
Thane has received 27 reports of burn injuries to consumers' hands and fingers.
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