Bargain Wholesale · Recalled
Onika Iron Recalled by Bargain Wholesale
The irons have inappropriate size wiring, which can cause a fire. The plastic housings of the irons are not resistant to ignition. Additionally, the irons present a potential scald hazard during use. If they are tilted downward, a shower of hot water is unexpectedly emitted.
- Units
- About 7,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $4
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The unlabeled iron is made of gray plastic. Writing on the electric cord reads, in part, "CH0001708-91." The iron, along with a water measuring cup and a nap brush, is packaged in a red box labeled, in part, "Onika Steam/Dry Spray Iron ... ZQYD150g ... UL ... Made in Taiwan."
The file
- Sold at
- Discount stores in the western U.S. sold these irons, from January 1997 through June 1998, for about $4.
- Product type
- Irons (Clothing)
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Bargain Wholesale, of City of Commerce, Calif.
Incident log
None stated.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using this item and return it to the place of purchase, for a full refund.
For more information, consumers should call Bargain Wholesale toll-free at (888) 289-3325 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday.
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 OCT 06 1998; last revised AUG 26 2026.