CPSC

Portable electric whole-room heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard

Hazard

A faulty electrical connection can cause the heater to overheat and stop working, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and contact Vornado to arrange for shipping and a repair, free of charge.

Consumer Contact

Contact Vornado at (888) 221-5431 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.vornado.com

Products

Portable electric whole-room heaters

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Retailers and distributors nationwide, as well as Vornado's Web site, sold the heaters, from July 1991 through January 2004, for between $50 and $120.