CPSC, Retailers Announce Recall of Waterless Vaporizers and Aromatherapy Diffusers

The recalled waterless vaporizers are white plastic with vents. The aromatherapy diffusers are ivory plastic with vents. Both are 5 inches wide by 3½ inches high. "Vapor-Eze," and "Waterless Vaporizer" are written on the top of the vaporizer. "Vapor-Eze" and "Aromatic Therapy" are written on the top of the diffuser. Model 1070, 2070 or 3070 and "Juv. Prod's. Corp" are printed on the bottom of the units. UPC Code 015715910701, 015715010008, 000157159104 or 0157150010145 is printed on the packaging.. Recalled by Juvenile Products Corp., of Miami, Fla. (THIS COMPANY IS OUT OF BUSINESS). Units affected: About 10,000 Vaporizers and 5,000 Aromatherapy Diffusers.

A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.

Consumers should stop using the recalled waterless vaporizer and aromatherapy diffuser immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 17, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06032.