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CE North America Expands Recall of Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at H-E-B

Reported: March 31, 2016 Initiated: March 31, 2016 #16133

Product Description

This recall involves KUL small, white portable fan heaters. The KUL logo is printed on the front bottom of the heaters next to the power dial. The fan heater measures about 9 inches long by 5 inches wide by 10.5 inches tall. The fans weigh about two pounds. An adhesive label is on the bottom of the heater with model number "KU39221" and "Date: 0715" in the lower right-hand corner. KUL black units were involved in the previous recall.

Reason for Recall

The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and contact CE North America for instructions on returning the recalled heaters with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will issue a refund check upon receipt of the returned fan heaters.

Details

Units Affected
8,500 (in addition, about 28,000 were recalled in February 2016.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves KUL small, white portable fan heaters. The KUL logo is printed on the front bottom of the heaters next to the power dial. The fan heater measures about 9 inches long by 5 inches wide by 10.5 inches tall. The fans weigh about two pounds. An adhesive label is on the bottom of the heater with model number "KU39221" and "Date: 0715" in the lower right-hand corner. KUL black units were involved in the previous recall.. Units affected: 8,500 (in addition, about 28,000 were recalled in February 2016.).
Why was this product recalled?
The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and contact CE North America for instructions on returning the recalled heaters with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will issue a refund check upon receipt of the returned fan heaters.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 31, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16133.