Severity
Not classified by agency
No agency classActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 4, 2015
Lifesmart Recalls Lifepro Brand Portable Mini Space Heaters Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when removing the heater from the outlet, posing an electrical shock hazard…
The CPSC recalled This recall is for Lifepro brand portable infrared quartz space heater models LS-IQH-DMIC….
Lifesmart Recalls Lifepro Brand Portable Mini Space Heaters Due to Electrical Shock Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 4, 2015. Reason: The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when …. Remedy: The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and dispose…. Verify recall #15071 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when ….
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- agency class
- February 4, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15071 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15071) was formally reported on February 4, 2015. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 17,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when removing the heater from the outlet, posing an electrical shock hazard to the user. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and dispose of this recalled product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Appliances recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 421 appliances recalls on record
Affected scope
About 17,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall is for Lifepro brand portable infrared quartz space heater models LS-IQH-DMICRO and LS-IQH-MICRO. The recalled heaters are about 6 1/2 inches tall x 5 inches wide x 3 3/4 inches deep and made of black plastic. They have a three-prong plug built into the back to allow them to be plugged directly into an electrical outlet. The Lifepro logo is molded into the front bottom of the heaters. Model LS-IQH-DMICRO is a 400-watt heater with digital display on the top. Model LS-IQH-MICRO is a 450-watt heater with no display. The model name and wattage are printed on a label on the back of each heater below the plug.
Reason for recall
The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when removing the heater from the outlet, posing an electrical shock hazard to the user.
Remedy, what to do
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and dispose of this recalled product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15071 |
| Date reported | February 4, 2015 |
| Date initiated | February 4, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 17,000 |
| 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
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and dispose of this recalled product.
- Check the recall number (15071) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall is for Lifepro brand portable infrared quartz space heater models LS-IQH-DMICRO and LS-IQH-MICRO. The recalled heaters are about 6 1/2 inches tall x 5 inches wide x 3 3/4 inches deep and made of black plastic. They have a three-prong plug built into the back to allow them to be plugged directly into an electrical outlet. The Lifepro logo is molded into the front bottom of the heaters. Model LS-IQH-DMICRO is a 400-watt heater with digital display on the top. Model LS-IQH-MICRO is a 450-watt heater with no display. The model name and wattage are printed on a label on the back of each heater below the plug.. Units affected: About 17,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The screws used to attach the back plate to the heater are too short and allow the back plate to detach when removing the heater from the outlet, posing an electrical shock hazard to the user.
What should consumers do? ▼
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and dispose of this recalled product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 4, 2015. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 15071.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (15071) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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