Honeywell Recalls Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-07-28). Hazards: burn. Models: CT1950A1003, CT1950B1002, CT1957A1008, T4700B1030, T4700A1040, T4700B1014…. About 77,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11289 |
| Published | 2011-07-28 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-06 |
| Product category | Thermostats |
| Products | Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats |
| Firm named in the title | Honeywell |
| Firms | Honeywell International Inc., of Morris Township, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Singapore |
| Units (US) | 77,000 |
| Model numbers | CT1950A1003, CT1950B1002, CT1957A1008, T4700B1030, T4700A1040, T4700B1014, T4700A1016 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Home improvement stores, HVAC and electrical stores, and contractors from January 2000 to December 2007 for between $80 and $300. |
Description
The recalled thermostats are rectangular, white, programmable thermostats used to control electric baseboard and fan heaters. "Honeywell" or "Cadet" is printed on the front of the thermostats that come in various sizes. The model number and four-digit date code are printed on a label inside the front cover of the thermostat. The model numbers listed below are included in this recall. Only models with date codes beginning with 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 or 06 are included. Brand Name Model Number Honeywell CT1950A1003 Honeywell CT1950B1002 Honeywell CT1957A1008 CADET T4700B1030 CADET T4700A1040 Honeywell T4700B1014 Honeywell T4700A1016
Hazard
The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. This poses a burn hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled thermostats by setting the thermostats to 45 degrees or turning them off. Only models with a "B" in the model number have an off switch. Consumers should contact Honeywell for a free replacement installed by Honeywell.
Incidents and injuries
Honeywell has received 16 reports of thermostats melting. There have been no reports of injuries.
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