Sunbeam Products Inc. Recalls Convertible Irons Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bed, Bath & Beyond
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-02-03). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 103. About 5,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11118 |
| Published | 2011-02-03 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Irons (Clothing) |
| Products | Convertible Clothes Iron |
| Firm named in the title | Sunbeam Products Inc. |
| Firms | Sunbeam Products Inc., Boca Raton, Fla. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,700 |
| Model numbers | 103 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Bed Bath & Beyond stores nationwide from June 2010 to November 2010 for about $60 |
Description
The recalled product is the Sunbeam® Convertible Iron with a model number of GCSBRS - 103. It is a blue and gray, hand-held garment iron that converts to a garment steamer. The model number can be found on the bottom of the iron's plastic base. The recalled irons have date codes C235 or C237 imprinted on the blade of the plug and on the bottom of the packaging.
Hazard
The iron can overheat and cause a fire because of a wiring issue, posing a risk of burn injury to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the irons and contact Sunbeam for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Sunbeam has received 17 reports of irons overheating and three reports of irons catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
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