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CPSC, Perfect Fit Industries Announce Recall of Electric Blankets

Reported: July 2, 2003 Initiated: July 2, 2003 #03152

Product Description

The recalled electric blankets are the SOIREE® (only those sold at Belk stores) and Soft n' Warm® (only sold at K-mart), both of which were sold in king, queen, full and twin sizes. At Belk, the electric blankets were sold only in ivory color and at K-mart they were sold in ivory, light blue and hunter green colors. The model name appears on the packaging, but not on the blanket. Both models have a UL warning label and a permanent label that reads "Perfect Fit" and "Shell Made in China. Wired and Closed in U.S.A." The Soft n' Warm® model has a date code ranging from 02228 through 02305 printed on a warning label on the foot of the blanket.

Reason for Recall

These blankets can overheat, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers, especially when the blanket is folded or bunched.

Remedy

The firm is providing a free replacement blanket, but consumers should unplug the recalled units immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled electric blankets are the SOIREE® (only those sold at Belk stores) and Soft n' Warm® (only sold at K-mart), both of which were sold in king, queen, full and twin sizes. At Belk, the electric blankets were sold only in ivory color and at K-mart they were sold in ivory, light blue and hunter green colors. The model name appears on the packaging, but not on the blanket. Both models have a UL warning label and a permanent label that reads "Perfect Fit" and "Shell Made in China. Wired and Closed in U.S.A." The Soft n' Warm® model has a date code ranging from 02228 through 02305 printed on a warning label on the foot of the blanket.. Recalled by Perfect Fit Industries, of Charlotte, N.C.. Units affected: About 18,000.
Why was this product recalled?
These blankets can overheat, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers, especially when the blanket is folded or bunched.
What should consumers do?
The firm is providing a free replacement blanket, but consumers should unplug the recalled units immediately.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 2, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03152.