Meijer Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #: 11053
Affected scope: About 6,700

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Ningbo Dongji Electronic Tech Co. Ltc, of Ningbo, Dongki, China recalled This recall involves Touch Point PTC oscillating ceramic heater with model number PTC-902….

Meijer Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Ningbo Dongji Electronic Tech Co. Ltc, of Ningbo, Dongki, China in November 23, 2010. Reason: The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the neare…. Verify recall #11053 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ningbo Dongji Electronic Tech Co. Ltc, of Ningbo, Dongki, China issued this CPSC recall-The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers..

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agency class: November 23, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11053 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.

Product description

This recall involves Touch Point PTC oscillating ceramic heater with model number PTC-902 and serial numbers between 35005-43008. Model and serial numbers are located on a sticker on the bottom of the heater. The grey/silver colored heaters are about 10 inches tall and have a screen across the front.

Reason for recall

The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	11053
Date reported	November 23, 2010
Date initiated	November 23, 2010
Recalling firm	Ningbo Dongji Electronic Tech Co. Ltc, of Ningbo, Dongki, China
Affected scope	About 6,700
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 stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 23, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11053.

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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