Sunbeam Heated Blankets Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; Distributed by Star Elite
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2023-03-16). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 32810027. About 43,000 units in the US and 15,000 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23157 |
| Published | 2023-03-16 |
| Last updated | 2023-03-16 |
| Products | Sunbeam® Queen Size Heated Blankets |
| Firms | Star Elite Inc., of Canada (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 43,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 15,000 |
| Model numbers | 32810027 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Online at Amazon.com and small independent stores nationwide from September 2022 through January 2023 for about $120. |
Description
This recall involves the Sunbeam Queen Size Heated Blanket, model number 32810027. The blankets were sold with detachable controllers and in the following colors: beige, ivory, light green, dark blue, light blue, burgundy, dark gray, light gray and gray violet. The Sunbeam logo and the model number are printed on the wash label affixed to the blanket.
Hazard
The recalled heated blankets can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled blankets and contact Star Elite for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to complete the online recall registration form available at www.productrecall.sunbeamhome.com and to destroy the blanket by cutting the power cord at the plug, marking an "X" with permanent marker on the wash label and sending the recalling firm a photo of the destroyed blanket.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of the blankets overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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