Product Recall Number: 22-168
Why was WarmWave and Hunter Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters recalled?
The ceramic tower heater’s cord and plug can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Product Recall Number: 22-168
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2022-06-16
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: WarmWave and Hunter Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters
Description: This recall involves WarmWave and Hunter 18 inch 1,500-Watt Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters, under license to Sienhua Group (North America). The heaters are black with an automatic shutoff and two heat settings. The model number HPQ15G-M can be found on the silver ETL label on the bottom of the heater. The heaters are 18 inches tall.
Hazard Description: The ceramic tower heater’s cord and plug can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 580,000 (In addition, about 37,580 in Canada)
Incidents: The firm has received eight customer reports of fire at the plug or cord and dozens of customer reports of the plug or cord overheating. There have been no reports of injury or death and one report of minor property damage.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters, unplug the unit, and follow the instructions online at (www.homeproductservice.com/recall) on how to properly sever the electrical cord to make the unit unusable, and contact the distributor, Sienhua Group (North America), to receive a prorated refund.
Sold At: Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, eBay, and other websites from September 2013 through February 2022 for about $30 to $40 depending on when purchased.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Sienhua Group (North America) Inc., of Arlington, Texas
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed