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Fire / OverheatingJanuary 15, 2014CPSC #14080

Sears and Kmart Recall Kenmore Oscillating Fan Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Brand
Product
Heaters
Units affected
42,500
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Kenmore oscillating fan heaters with model number 127.90914310. The model number and Kenmore are printed on a silver sticker on the bottom of the unit. The fan heaters are gray and white, measure about 12 inches tall by 9 inches wide, have two dials at the top for temperature and fan speed and a red on-off button on the front base. Kenmore is printed on the front bottom of the fan heaters.

Hazard

Broken motor mounts can cause the units to overheat, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

Sears and Kmart have received seven reports of the fan heaters smoking or catching fire, including two reports of injuries. Injuries include one report of smoke inhalation and one report of a blister to a consumer's finger.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Sears and Kmart stores nationwide from September 2013 through November 2013 for between $35 and $40.

Photos

Sears Kmart Kenmore oscillating fan heaterLabel on fan heater
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