FDA Device

HoMedics Thera P Standard size Dry Heating Pad; Model No. HP-100 (UPC 031262003621).

Hazard

Heating pads may have a loose electrical connection, which could result in excessive heat being generated that poses a risk of patient burns, fire, and property damage.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Press release issued on 2/9/07 instructing consumers to return the product to store of purchase or Homedics. Retail stores notified via recall letter issued on 2/9/07. Retail stores are being instructed to accept returns and to post placards to notify customers of the recall.

Products

HoMedics Thera P Standard size Dry Heating Pad; Model No. HP-100 (UPC 031262003621).
Brand
HoMedics, Inc.
UPC
All units with a four digit date code ending in ''01'' (this code is located on the hand control and on the bottom panel of the heat pad box).

Units Affected

292,108 of all models