Soleil portable fan heaters

CPSC Recall #13-249 — July 25, 2013

Recall #13-249 Date: July 25, 2013 Remedy: Refund

Product

Soleil portable fan heaters

Description

The fans can melt, deform and catch fire during use. There are 464 reports of the circular table fans melting.

Hazard

The portable fans plastic housing can melt, deform and catch fire during use, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

Home Depot has received 464 reports of the fans melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.  

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and return them to Home Depot for a full refund. 

Units Affected

About 107,000

Sold At

Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2012 through May 2013 for about $15.

Manufactured In

China