DEWALT 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced Air Propane Heaters
CPSC Recall #25-203 — April 3, 2025
Product
DEWALT 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced Air Propane Heaters
Description
This recall involves DEWALT 70,000 BTU outdoor portable cordless forced air propane heaters model number DXH70CFAVX. The heaters are yellow and black. The model number is located on the hang tag. “DEWALT” is printed in black on the side of the bottom yellow portion of the units.
Hazard
The recalled portable heaters’ operating instructions can cause consumers to incorrectly depress the start button too quickly and prevent the fan from starting, causing the heaters to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco to request new instructions and a warning sticker describing how to start the heater using the power button. The new instructions and warning sticker are also available via Enerco’s website at https://www.enercogroupinc.com/recall. Enerco and Lowe’s are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units Affected
About 21,250 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Lowe’s stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from May 2024 through January 2025 for about $200.
Importer
Enerco Group Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In
China
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.