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CPSC recall · Reported January 16, 2025

Vornado Air Recalls VH2 Whole Room Heaters Due to Electric Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com

The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards.

Recall #
25093
Affected scope
About 7,780
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Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas recalled The recall involves Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code an… - a moderate-severity action.

Vornado Air Recalls VH2 Whole Room Heaters Due to Electric Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold E… was recalled by Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas in January 16, 2025. Reason: The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posin…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confi…. Verify recall #25093 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posin….

Moderate
severity level
January 16, 2025
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #25093 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #25093) was formally reported on January 16, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 7,780.

The documented reason for this recall is: The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards. 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 the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the recall and receive instructions on how to receive a free replacement heat… - 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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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 7,780

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code and "TYPE VH2" printed on the silver rating label on the underside of the heater. The heaters are off white and have thermostatic temperature control, automatic or continuous fan operation and two heat settings. "Vornado" with a red "V" behind it is printed on the front of the unit. Only units with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the recall and receive instructions on how to receive a free replacement heater.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 25093
Date reported January 16, 2025
Date initiated January 16, 2025
Recalling firm Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas
Affected scope About 7,780
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 the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the rec…

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  • 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?
The recall involves Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code and "TYPE VH2" printed on the silver rating label on the underside of the heater. The heaters are off white and have thermostatic temperature control, automatic or continuous fan operation and two heat settings. "Vornado" with a red "V" behind it is printed on the front of the unit. Only units with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code are included in this recall.. Recalled by Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas. Units affected: About 7,780.
Why was this product recalled?
The power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the recall and receive instructions on how to receive a free replacement heater.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 16, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 25093.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (25093) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported January 16, 2025. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.