Kenmore oscillating fan heaters
CPSC Recall #14-080 — January 15, 2014
Product
Kenmore oscillating fan heaters
Description
The fan heaters can overheat, catch fire and ignite nearby items.
Hazard
Broken motor mounts can cause the units to overheat, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / 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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fan heaters and contact Transform for Kenmore brand products for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 42,500
Sold At
Sears and Kmart stores nationwide from September 2013 through November 2013 for between $35 and $40.
Importer
Sears Holdings, of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Manufactured In
China