Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard
Released: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Aloha Housewares Inc., of Arlington, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 152,000 Portable Electric Heaters. The portable electric heater can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Portable Electric Heaters
Description
This recall involves electric oscillating tower heaters with the name “Aloha Breeze” printed on the top. The white heaters have model number 02044 and dates codes 06/06, 06/07, 06/08 or 06/09. Model numbers and date codes are printed on the silver label located on the back of the heater, near the bottom.
Hazards
The portable electric heater can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents
Aloha Housewares has received 29 reports of the heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including 18 reports of property damage. One consumer reported minor burns to the hands and feet.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Aloha Housewares to receive a replacement product.
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