Top Fin plastic aquarium heaters sold from August 2014 to April 2015 with model numbers HT50-250 are recalled due to fire or electrical shock risk. Return to PetSmart for full refund.
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
Top Fin plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 are being recalled because they can cause fire or electrical shock. Owners should stop using them immediately and return to PetSmart for a full refund.
The heaters have an electrical problem that can cause fire or electrical shock if used improperly. The risk occurs because the heaters may overheat or malfunction, especially when plugged into power sources without proper safety features.
Pet owners who bought Top Fin plastic aquarium heaters with model numbers HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200, or HT250 between August 2014 and April 2015 are affected. Those using the heaters without proper electrical safety measures are at highest risk.
Check for model numbers HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200, or HT250 on the side of the heater near the top. The heaters were sold between August 2014 and April 2015 and are black cylinders about 1.5 inches in diameter and 13 inches tall.
Immediately stop using the recalled heaters to prevent fire or electrical shock.
Take the heaters to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Model numbers HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200, and HT250.
Sold between August 2014 and April 2015.
Look for model numbers HT50-250 on the side near the top; the heaters are black cylinders about 1.5 inches in diameter and 13 inches tall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Top Fin to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6422 — Top Fin Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Hello, I own a Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters that is covered by recall 6422 from Top Fin. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
