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CPSC recall · Reported March 23, 2000

CPSC, Advance Thermo Control Announce Recall of Baby Wipe Warmers

Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This can result in consumers receiving an electric shock.

Recall #
00083
Affected scope
About 152,000
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Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong recalled This recall involves Prince Lionheart Baby Wipe Warmers with style number 0224 and date c… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Advance Thermo Control Announce Recall of Baby Wipe Warmers was recalled by Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong in March 23, 2000. Reason: Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug the warmers, remove the wipes, and check to see if th…. Verify recall #00083 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This c….

Moderate
severity level
March 23, 2000
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00083 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #00083) was formally reported on March 23, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 152,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This can result in consumers receiving an electric shock. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately unplug the warmers, remove the wipes, and check to see if the interior tub is cracked. If so, stop using the warmer immediately, and call ATC for information on receiving… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 152,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Prince Lionheart Baby Wipe Warmers with style number 0224 and date codes between 9803 and 9901 with cracked tubs. The style number and date code are written on the bottom of the units. The wipe warmers are white plastic boxes that are 9 inches long, 6 inches wide and 4.75 inches high. "PRINCE LIONHEART" is written on the lid of the warmers. An orange light is located on the front of the warmers to indicate when it is on. "Santa Maria, CA USA" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the bottom of the units.

Reason for recall

Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This can result in consumers receiving an electric shock.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately unplug the warmers, remove the wipes, and check to see if the interior tub is cracked. If so, stop using the warmer immediately, and call ATC for information on receiving a free replacement unit. If the tub of the wipe warmer is not cracked, the unit is not part of the recall, and consumers can continue to use the appliance.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 00083
Date reported March 23, 2000
Date initiated March 23, 2000
Recalling firm Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong
Affected scope About 152,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately unplug the warmers, remove the wipes, and check to see if the interior tub is cracked. If so, stop u…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Prince Lionheart Baby Wipe Warmers with style number 0224 and date codes between 9803 and 9901 with cracked tubs. The style number and date code are written on the bottom of the units. The wipe warmers are white plastic boxes that are 9 inches long, 6 inches wide and 4.75 inches high. "PRINCE LIONHEART" is written on the lid of the warmers. An orange light is located on the front of the warmers to indicate when it is on. "Santa Maria, CA USA" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the bottom of the units.. Recalled by Advance Thermo Control (Atc), of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 152,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Cracks in the interior tub of these wipe warmers can allow water to contact the electrical components. This can result in consumers receiving an electric shock.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug the warmers, remove the wipes, and check to see if the interior tub is cracked. If so, stop using the warmer immediately, and call ATC for information on receiving a free replacement unit. If the tub of the wipe warmer is not cracked, the unit is not part of the recall, and consumers can continue to use the appliance.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 23, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 00083.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (00083) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported March 23, 2000. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.