American-made space heaters sold on Amazon recalled due to electric shock, fire hazards
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About 8,000 American made space heaters were recalled in the US after officials found they could pose a risk of electric shock and fire.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday recalled 7,780 Vornado VH2 whole room heaters that sold exclusively on Amazon.
The CPSC claims that the power cord can become “partially detached” from the heater compartment, which can damage the cord over time, causing electric shock and fire hazards.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo: US Consumer Product Safety Commission/Fox News)
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No injuries were reported as of Tuesday afternoon, officials said.
The recall involves Vornado VH2 whole room heaters with a date code of “JUL24” or “AUG24” and “TYPE VH2” printed on the silver rating label on the bottom of the heater, according to the commission.
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Heaters are white and have thermostatic temperature control, automatic or continuous fan operation, and two heat settings per CPSC. “Vornado” is printed behind the front of the unit. Only “JUL24” or “AUG24” are included in the recall. units with a date code.
Accordingly, these heaters sold for around $90 on Amazon between August and October the commission.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo: US Consumer Product Safety Commission/Fox News)
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The product was sold by Vornado Air LLC of Andover, Kansas and Made in USAaccording to officials.
“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 obtain a free replacement heater,” the CPSC said.
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To obtain a replacement, contact Vornado at 844-205-7978 or by email at vh2recall@vornado.com.
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