Product Recall Number: 08-115
Why was Oscillating Ceramic Heaters recalled?
The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 08-115
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2007-12-05
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Oscillating Ceramic Heaters
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Collins International Co., Ltd., of Fair Lawn, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000 Oscillating Ceramic Heaters. The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. Name of Product: Oscillating Ceramic HeatersUnits: About 20,000Importer: Collins International Co., Ltd., of Fair Lawn, N.J.Hazard: The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Collins International has received seven reports of the heaters overheating, smoking, or igniting, including four reports of minor property damage to carpets and floors. No injuries have been reported.Description: This recall involves 1500 watt oscillating ceramic heaters model EB38005. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the bottom of the product contains the model and the control number "ETL 3090262."Manufactured in: ChinaSold at: Menards' stores nationwide from September 2006 through March 2007 for about $25.Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to the nearest Menards' store for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Collins International toll-free at (866) 877-1889 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.collinsinternational.com.
Hazard Description: The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 20,000
Incidents: Collins International has received seven reports of the heaters overheating, smoking, or igniting, including four reports of minor property damage to carpets and floors. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to the nearest Menards' store for a full refund.
Sold At: Menards' stores nationwide from September 2006 through March 2007 for about $25.
Importers: Collins International Co., Ltd., of Fair Lawn, N.J.
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed