Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Recalled by PetSmart Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 15167 · announced June 19, 2015 · Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co · 112,200 units affected
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.
The hazard
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: PetSmart stores nationwide from August 2014 to April 2015 for between $25 and $40.
Consumer 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.