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Fire / OverheatingFebruary 4, 2016CPSC #16096

CE North America Recalls Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond

Product
Heaters
Units affected
28,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves KUL small, black portable fan heaters. The KUL logo is printed on the front bottom of the heaters next to the power dial. The fan heater measures about 9 inches long by 5 inches wide by 10.5 inches tall. The fans weigh about two pounds. An adhesive label is on the bottom of the heater with model number "KU39229" and "Date: 0515" in the lower right-hand corner.

Hazard

The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

CE North America has received four reports of the fan heaters overheating and catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and online at www.bedbathandbeyond.com from August 2015 through October 2015 for about $20.

Photos

KUL Fan HeaterKUL Fan Heater Model Label
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