[Recalled] Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets — The Vellux® fahrenheit™ blankets were sold in various colors and sizes to fit a… | CPSC 2003-04-24
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | WestPoint Stevens Inc., of West Point, Ga. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 03114 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 24 April 2003 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The Vellux® fahrenheit™ blankets were sold in various colors and sizes to fit all mattress sizes. The temperature controller is white, with the words "WESTPOINT STEVENS" and "fahrenheit Heated Blanket" printed on the front. The recall includes blankets manufactured from July 2002 through January 2003. The manufacture date is printed on a label sewn into the seam. Hazards: When the blanket is folded, the heating element can overheat, causing the heating element and blanket to melt. This poses the risk of thermal burns 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.
What to do if you own this product
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