Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 8, 2014
PAB Two Recalls Bed Bug Heat Treatment Systems Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple setups, posing an electrical fire hazard.
Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill. recalled This recall involves the ThermalStrike Expedition bed bug heat treatment system. Consumer… - a moderate-severity action.
PAB Two Recalls Bed Bug Heat Treatment Systems Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill. in October 8, 2014. Reason: The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after mu…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the Expedition and register their unit…. Verify recall #15702 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after mu….
- Moderate
- severity level
- October 8, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15702 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15702) was formally reported on October 8, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,700.
The documented reason for this recall is: The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple setups, posing an electrical fire hazard. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the Expedition and register their unit online to receive an ASC Diagnostic Unit free of charge. The diagnostic unit will immediately turn off the sy… - 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.
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Affected scope
About 1,700
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the ThermalStrike Expedition bed bug heat treatment system. Consumers place items inside the system to kill bed bugs that may be in the items. The system is made of white, corrugated plastic and has four pieces: a base, a folding four-panel wall, a lid and a temperature sensor. The base and the walls are held together by hook and loop fasteners. When assembled, the unit is a box 31 inches long by 18 inches wide by 24 inches tall. The rear of the base has a power cord and the female connector of a power cable attached. The insides of the wall panels have a heating element composed of black heating film connected to a white, flexible electrical conducting strip. The male connector of the power cable is attached to the conducting strip and protrudes from the rear wall panel. The system is energized when the power cables are joined and the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet. The words "ThermalStrike" and "Bed Bug Heat Treatment" are on the front of the unit. ThermalStrike is also printed on the heating element on the interior of the unit.
Reason for recall
The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple setups, posing an electrical fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the Expedition and register their unit online to receive an ASC Diagnostic Unit free of charge. The diagnostic unit will immediately turn off the system when it detects a break in the conducting strip.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15702 |
| Date reported | October 8, 2014 |
| Date initiated | October 8, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 1,700 |
| 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 and unplug the Expedition and register their unit online to receive an ASC Diagnostic Uni…
- Check the recall number (15702) 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 involves the ThermalStrike Expedition bed bug heat treatment system. Consumers place items inside the system to kill bed bugs that may be in the items. The system is made of white, corrugated plastic and has four pieces: a base, a folding four-panel wall, a lid and a temperature sensor. The base and the walls are held together by hook and loop fasteners. When assembled, the unit is a box 31 inches long by 18 inches wide by 24 inches tall. The rear of the base has a power cord and the female connector of a power cable attached. The insides of the wall panels have a heating element composed of black heating film connected to a white, flexible electrical conducting strip. The male connector of the power cable is attached to the conducting strip and protrudes from the rear wall panel. The system is energized when the power cables are joined and the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet. The words "ThermalStrike" and "Bed Bug Heat Treatment" are on the front of the unit. ThermalStrike is also printed on the heating element on the interior of the unit.. Recalled by Jab Distributors dba Pab Two LLC, of Wheeling, Ill.. Units affected: About 1,700.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple setups, posing an electrical fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the Expedition and register their unit online to receive an ASC Diagnostic Unit free of charge. The diagnostic unit will immediately turn off the system when it detects a break in the conducting strip.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 8, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15702.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (15702) 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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