Sunbeam Heated Blankets Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; Distributed by Star Elite
CPSC recall 23157 · announced March 16, 2023 · Star Elite · 43,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Sunbeam Queen Size Heated Blanket, model number 32810027. The blankets were sold with detachable controllers and in the following colors: beige, ivory, light green, dark blue, light blue, burgundy, dark gray, light gray and gray violet. The Sunbeam logo and the model number are printed on the wash label affixed to the blanket.
The hazard
The recalled heated blankets can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled blankets and contact Star Elite for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to complete the online recall registration form available at www.productrecall.sunbeamhome.com and to destroy the blanket by cutting the power cord at the plug, marking an "X" with permanent marker on the wash label and sending the recalling firm a photo of the destroyed blanket. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 13 reports of the blankets overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Online at Amazon.com and small independent stores nationwide from September 2022 through January 2023 for about $120.
Consumer contact: Star Elite toll-free at 877-383-6399 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.sunbeamhome.com/en/support/product-recall or online at www.sunbeamhome.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page 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.