Big Lots · Recalled
Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard
The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.
- Units
- About 70,500
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $20–$25
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name "Climate Keeper" and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.
The file
- Sold at
- Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.
- Product type
- Electric Heaters
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Incident log
Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.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 JUN 20 2012; last revised FEB 20 2015.
