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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 00009

Holmes "Wide-Angle" portable heaters

Published May 5, 2026 · Recall initiated: October 21, 1999

What's the hazard

The thermostats in some of these heaters are improperly positioned, which can cause them to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, and contact Holmes for information on how to receive a refund.

Recall details

Brand
Holmes Products Corp., of Milford, Mass.
Distributor
Mass merchandise stores, such as Kmart and Target, sold these heaters, from September 1998 through July 1999, for about $27.
Country
US
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