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Product recall · CPSCDecember 16, 2010Serious
Wal-Mart Electric Heaters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire.
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 heater and return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmart.com
The product
This recall involves Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials 1500 watt heaters. The heaters are grey with a metal handle on the top with vents and grey control knobs on the front. The model number is 1013 and can be found on a label on the lower left corner of the back panel of the heater.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2.2 million
- Recall date
- December 16, 2010
- Brand
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Wal-Mart has received 21 reports of incidents, which included 11 reports of property damage beyond the heater. Injuries were reported in four incidents, three of which required medical attention for minor burns and smoke inhalation. The remaining incidents included smoke irritation, sparking or prop
Walmart stores nationwide from December 2001 through October 2009 for about $18.
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: “Wal-Mart Recalls Electric Heaters Due to Fire and Burn 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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