Vapor-Eze Waterless Vaporizer and Vapor-Eze Aromatherapy Diffuser
CPSC Recall #06-032 — November 16, 2005
Product
Vapor-Eze Waterless Vaporizer and Vapor-Eze Aromatherapy Diffuser
Description
The recalled waterless vaporizers are white plastic with vents. The aromatherapy diffusers are ivory plastic with vents. Both are 5-inches wide by 3- inches high. "Vapor-Eze," and "Waterless Vaporizer" are written on the top of the vaporizer. "Vapor-Eze" and "Aromatic Therapy" are written on the top of the diffuser. Model 1070, 2070 or 3070 and "Juv. Prod's. Corp" are printed on the bottom of the units. UPC Code 015715910701, 015715010008, 000157159104 or 0157150010145 is printed on the packaging.
Hazard
A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
There have been reports of 25 incidents involving these products, including at least six fires and two reports of burn injuries. In one incident, a young child was hospitalized with burns to the face and hands and smoke inhalation. In another incident, a consumer suffered a burned foot.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled waterless vaporizer and aromatherapy diffuser immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 10,000 Vaporizers and 5,000 Aromatherapy Diffusers
Sold At
Discount department and drug stores, including Wal-Mart, from June 2005 through September 2005 for about $20.
Manufacturer
Juvenile Products Corp., of Miami, Fla. THIS COMPANY IS OUT OF BUSINESS.
Manufactured In
United States