CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 13191
Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters
Published April 28, 2016 · Recall initiated: May 15, 2013
What's the hazard
The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.
Recall details
- Brand
- Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.
- Manufacturer
- Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.
- Distributor
- Best Buy Market Place, Family Dollar, Heartland, Northern Tool, Rite Aid and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, ebay.com and Walmart.com from October 2011 through December 2012 for between $25 and $30.
- Country
- US