Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-02-20 · 08198
Hazards
The portable electric heater can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
08198
Date
2008-02-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Portable Electric Heaters
Companies
Retailer(s)
Wal-mart and small retail chain stores nationwide from August 2006 through November 2007 for between $35 and $45.
Importer(s)
Aloha Housewares Inc., of Arlington, Texas
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves electric oscillating tower heaters with the name "Aloha Breeze" printed on the top. The white heaters have model number 02044 and dates codes 06/06, 06/07, 06/08 or 06/09. Model numbers and date codes are printed on the silver label located on the back of the heater, near the bottom.