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Electric Heaters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The heater can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and destroy and discard the product. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Who to contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
The product
The recalled electric heaters are white-colored with the name "Aloha Breeze" printed on the front. The recall includes model number 05226 with date codes of 07/05, 08/05 and 11/05. The model number and date code are printed on the silver label located on the bottom of the heater.
Details
- Units affected
- About 281,000
- Recall date
- August 30, 2007
- Brand
- Aloha Housewares, Inc. of Arlington, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Aloha Housewares has received seven reports of heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from July 2005 to July 2007 for about $15.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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