WarmWave and Hunter Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters
CPSC Recall #22-168 — June 16, 2022
Product
WarmWave and Hunter Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters
Description
This recall involves WarmWave and Hunter 18 inch 1,500-Watt Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters, under license to Sienhua Group (North America). The heaters are black with an automatic shutoff and two heat settings. The model number HPQ15G-M can be found on the silver ETL label on the bottom of the heater. The heaters are 18 inches tall.
Hazard
The ceramic tower heater’s cord and plug can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received eight customer reports of fire at the plug or cord and dozens of customer reports of the plug or cord overheating. There have been no reports of injury or death and one report of minor property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters, unplug the unit, and follow the instructions online at (www.homeproductservice.com/recall) on how to properly sever the electrical cord to make the unit unusable, and contact the distributor, Sienhua Group (North America), to receive a prorated refund.
Units Affected
About 580,000 (In addition, about 37,580 in Canada)
Sold At
Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, eBay, and other websites from September 2013 through February 2022 for about $30 to $40 depending on when purchased.
Manufactured In
China