AmazonBasics 1500 Watt Ceramic Space Heaters
CPSC Recall #19-752 — June 11, 2019
Product
AmazonBasics 1500 Watt Ceramic Space Heaters
Description
This recall involves AmazonBasics 1500 watt ceramic space heaters. Two models (ASIN B074MR2HGM and ASIN B074MWRLZM) have oscillating fans and the others (ASIN B074MX8VNR and ASIN B074MWKSLX) do not. The heaters were sold in black and silver colors. The AmazonBasics logo is printed on the front of the units. The following ID numbers are printed on the label on the back of the units: B074MWKSLX, B074MX8VNR, B074MR2HGM, B074MWRLZM.
Hazard
The heater can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
Amazon received 25 reports in the United States and 5 reports in Canada of the ceramic heater overheating, burning, or sparking. Two of those reports included minor damage to power outlets. There were no injuries associated with the incidents. No incidents were reported in Mexico
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the Amazon with full instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Units Affected
About 377,000 (About 18,000 sold in Canada and 3,765 in Mexico)
Sold At
Online at Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.com.mx from October 2017 through March 2019 for between $25 and $35.
Manufacturer
Ningbo Singfun Electric Appliance Co., Ltd., of China
Importer
Amazon, of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured In
China