Wal-Mart Recalls Electric Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-12-16). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 1013. About 2,200,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11069 |
| Published | 2010-12-16 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-06 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Wal-Mart |
| Firms | Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,200,000 |
| Model numbers | 1013 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Walmart stores nationwide from December 2001 through October 2009 for about $18. |
Description
This recall involves Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials 1500 watt heaters. The heaters are grey with a metal handle on the top with vents and grey control knobs on the front. The model number is 1013 and can be found on a label on the lower left corner of the back panel of the heater.
Hazard
The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater and return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Wal-Mart has received 21 reports of incidents, which included 11 reports of property damage beyond the heater. Injuries were reported in four incidents, three of which required medical attention for minor burns and smoke inhalation. The remaining incidents included smoke irritation, sparking or property damage beyond the heater.
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