CPSC recall · Reported March 5, 2014
Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla. recalled This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in thr….
Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla. in March 5, 2014. Reason: The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and bu…. Remedy: Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Tw…. Verify recall #14120 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla. issued this CPSC recall-The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and bu….
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- agency class
- March 5, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14120 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
This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.
Reason for recall
The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14120 |
| Date reported | March 5, 2014 |
| Date initiated | March 5, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla. |
| Affected scope | About 31,000 |
| 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
Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (14120) 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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