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Heated Mats for Pets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
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
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled pet mats and contact World Class to receive a full refund. The firm is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product.
Who to contact: For more information, contact World Class Inc. toll-free at (888) 941-5079 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Thursday, or email the firm at gsiamazon@gmail.com
The product
This recall involves "GSI electronic 50W indoor pet heating comfort pad mats" with model number GKC2G002. The mats are polyester, were sold in various shapes and sizes and have a white electrical cord. They were sold in a variety of colors, including beige and pink.
Details
- Units affected
- About 25
- Recall date
- August 16, 2012
- Brand
- Fuzhou Senhor Leisure Products Co., Ltd., of China, World Class Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of the mats catching on fire, including property damage. One fire involved the asphyxiation death of a dog.
Online at www.amazon.com from July 2011 through March 2012 for about $19.
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: “Heated Mats for Pets Recalled by World Class Due to Fire and Electrical Shock Hazards to Consumers; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com”
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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