Family Dollar Stores Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heater for Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07076 · announced January 5, 2007 · Family Dollar Stores · 35,000 units affected
The product
The recalled heater is a 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heater. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the product contains the control number "ETL 3090262."
The hazard
The heaters can overheat and smoke, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Family Dollar has received three reports of the heaters overheating or smoking. There are no reports of fires and two reports of minor property damage.
Sold at: Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2006 through November 2006 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.