CPSC recall · Reported July 18, 2006
Humidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn. recalled The recalled humidifiers are white or black plastic with blue or green tinted water tanks….
Humidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard was recalled by Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn. in July 18, 2006. Reason: Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Conta…. Verify recall #06215 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn. issued this CPSC recall-Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- July 18, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06215 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled humidifiers are white or black plastic with blue or green tinted water tanks. "Hunter" and "NiteGlo" are printed on the humidifier. The model numbers and tank size included in this recall are listed below. The model number is located on a white label on the bottom of the humidifier. Model Size Description 35201 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35202 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35203 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a green tinted water tank 35207 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35253 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon Black plastic with a blue tinted water tank
Reason for recall
Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Hunter Fan Co. to receive a free replacement part.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06215 |
| Date reported | July 18, 2006 |
| Date initiated | July 18, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn. |
| Affected scope | About 29,000 |
| 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 stop using these recalled humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Hunter Fan Co. to receive a free repl…
- Check the recall number (06215) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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