CPSC, Retailers Announce Recall of Waterless Vaporizers and Aromatherapy Diffusers
CPSC recall 06032 · announced November 17, 2005 · Juvenile Products · 10,000 units affected
The product
The recalled waterless vaporizers are white plastic with vents. The aromatherapy diffusers are ivory plastic with vents. Both are 5 inches wide by 3½ inches high. "Vapor-Eze," and "Waterless Vaporizer" are written on the top of the vaporizer. "Vapor-Eze" and "Aromatic Therapy" are written on the top of the diffuser. Model 1070, 2070 or 3070 and "Juv. Prod's. Corp" are printed on the bottom of the units. UPC Code 015715910701, 015715010008, 000157159104 or 0157150010145 is printed on the packaging.
The hazard
A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled waterless vaporizer and aromatherapy diffuser immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been reports of 25 incidents involving these products, including at least six fires and two reports of burn injuries. In one incident, a young child was hospitalized with burns to the face and hands and smoke inhalation. In another incident, a consumer suffered a burned foot.
Sold at: Discount department and drug stores, including Wal-Mart, from June 2005 through September 2005 for about $20.
Consumer contact: The manufacturer of these recalled products is out of business. Consumers who purchased the recalled vaporizers or diffusers at Wal-Mart should contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.Walmart.com - consumers who purchased the products elsewhere should contact the retailer or CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.