Collins International Co. · Recalled
Collins International Co. Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Sold at Menards Retail Stores Due To Fire Hazard
The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 20,000
- Reports
- 7
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $25
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heaters model EB38005. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the bottom of the product contains the model and the control number "ETL 3090262."
The file
- Sold at
- Menards stores nationwide from September 2006 through March 2007 for about $25.
- Product type
- Electric Heaters
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Collins International Co., Ltd., of Fair Lawn, N.J.
Incident log
Collins International has received seven reports of the heaters overheating, smoking, or igniting, including four reports of minor property damage to carpets and floors. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to the nearest Menards store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Collins International toll-free at (866) 877-1889 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web Site at www.collinsinternational.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated DEC 06 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.