Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-03-05). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: DFS-220. About 31,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14120 |
| Published | 2014-03-05 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-08 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Duraflame electric space heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Twin-Star |
| Firms | Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 31,000 |
| Model numbers | DFS-220 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Farmer's Furniture, Meijer, QVC, R.C. Willey, Ross and other retailers nationwide and online at Maxtool.com between August 2013 through January 2014 for about $60. |
Description
This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.
Hazard
The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Twin-Star has received 32 reports of heaters burning or melting, including eight reports of the units catching fire, one of which resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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