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Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
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 immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Who to contact: PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.petsmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" listed under "Shop With Us" category for more information.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada
- Recall date
- June 19, 2015
- Brand
- Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China, PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
- What has been reported
- 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.
PetSmart stores nationwide from August 2014 to April 2015 for between $25 and $40.
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: “Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Recalled by PetSmart Due to Electrical Shock 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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