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Additional Retail Sales Prompt CPSC and Meijer to Reannounce Touch Point Heater Recall; Fire Hazard Posed

Reported: July 13, 2011 Initiated: July 13, 2011 #11277

Product Description

This announcement involves previously recalled Touch Point oscillating ceramic heaters with model number PTC-902. The grey/silver color heaters are about 10-inches tall, have a black screen across the front and controls on the top. The model number and UPC code 7-60236-58339 are printed on a metal label/plate on the bottom of the heater. Some models have an additional digit in the UPC code, making it a 12-digit code. In addition, some heaters will have a UPC code 7-13733-29222 sticker on the bottom of the packaging box.

Reason for Recall

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 nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers who purchased heaters from other retailers should contact Meijer to arrange a refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 13,000 units (This recall was first announced in November 2010)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Additional-Retail-Sales-Prompt-CPSC-and-Meijer-to-Reannounce-Touch-Point-Heater-Recall-Fire-Hazard-Posed

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This announcement involves previously recalled Touch Point oscillating ceramic heaters with model number PTC-902. The grey/silver color heaters are about 10-inches tall, have a black screen across the front and controls on the top. The model number and UPC code 7-60236-58339 are printed on a metal label/plate on the bottom of the heater. Some models have an additional digit in the UPC code, making it a 12-digit code. In addition, some heaters will have a UPC code 7-13733-29222 sticker on the bottom of the packaging box.. Units affected: About 13,000 units (This recall was first announced in November 2010).
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. Consumers who purchased heaters from other retailers should contact Meijer to arrange a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 13, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11277.

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