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Burn / ScaldJanuary 12, 2012CPSC #12087

Kaz USA Recalls Honeywell Portable Electric Heaters Due to Burn Hazard

Product
Heaters
Units affected
19,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall includes Honeywell Surround Select Series portable electric heaters with model numbers HZ-420, HZ-430, and HZ-440 and five-digit date codes that have 11 as the last two digits. The heaters are black or white cylinders with a handle on top. The model number is stamped into the plastic on the bottom of the heater. The date code is located on the metal prongs of the heater's electrical plug. "Honeywell" and "Surround Heat" are printed on the front of the heaters. This heater was distributed by Kaz USA under license from Honeywell.

Hazard

The heater's internal housing, including the fan, heating element and circuitry, can detach, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Best Buy, Meijer and Walmart stores nationwide from July 2011 through December 2011 for between $50 and $70.

Photos

Ningbo Honecho Industry recalled productHZ-430 HZ-440Location of date code
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