[Recalled] Electric space heaters — This recall involves Vornado VH110 Whole Room Vortex electric space heaters sol… | CPSC 2014-08-14
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Electric space heaters |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 14256 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 14 August 2014 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Vornado VH110 Whole Room Vortex electric space heaters sold in two colors, black and white. The heaters measure about 10.5 inches high, 9 inches deep and 10.5 inches at the base growing narrower at the top. The on/off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on top of the unit. The Vornado logo appears with a gray "V" on the front of the unit. Recalled heaters have the numbers 1 and 3 as the fourth and fifth digits of the serial number. The model and serial numbers appear on a silver decal located on the bottom of the unit. Hazards: The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
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