Fire Hazard with Oscillating Heater Sold in Wal-Mart Prompts Recall
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3196.
The recalled model is CH920. The ceramic portable electric heaters are the oscillating tower type. They are gray and have a control panel attached to the top of the unit. "Maxi-Heat™" is printed on the control panel. The model number is printed on the ETL label on the bottom of the back side of the unit.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3196.
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Wal-mart Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through December 2005 For About $40. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3196.
For additional information, contact King of Fans toll-free at (866) 443-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. E.T., Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.kingoffans.com
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Wal-mart Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through December 2005 For About $40. Recall FAQ
Wal-mart Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through December 2005 For About $40. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Fire Hazard with Oscillating Heater Sold in Wal-Mart Prompts Recall. The notice was published on January 26, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 75,000 units are potentially affected.