Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Recalled by PetSmart Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-06-19). Hazards: fire, electric shock. Models: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200, HT250. About 112,200 units in the US and 4,800 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15167 |
| Published | 2015-06-19 |
| Last updated | 2015-06-19 |
| Product category | Aquariums or Accessories |
| Products | Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | PetSmart |
| Firms | Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 112,200 |
| Units (Canada) | 4,800 |
| Model numbers | HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200, HT250 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | PetSmart stores nationwide from August 2014 to April 2015 for between $25 and $40. |
Description
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.
Hazard
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of incidents, including four reports of minor shock, seven reports of the water tanks overheating and one report of property damage from an electrical shortage resulting in fire.
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