Family Dollar Stores Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heater for Fire Hazard
What was recalled
The recalled heater is a 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heater. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the product contains the control number "ETL 3090262."
Hazard
The heaters can overheat and smoke, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Injuries
Family Dollar has received three reports of the heaters overheating or smoking. There are no reports of fires and two reports of minor property damage.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2006 through November 2006 for about $20.
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