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Hunter Fan Recalls Humidifiers for Fire Hazard

Recall 08-064 · November 6, 2007 · Hunter Fan

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-064 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 6, 2007
Brand
Hunter Fan
Category
Heaters, fans and air conditioners
Products
Warm Mist Carefree Humidifiers
Hazard
Fire and burn hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 84,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves Warm Mist CareFree humidifiers sold in white and black with blue or green tinted water tanks. "Hunter" and "NiteGlo" are printed on the humidifier. Model numbers are listed on a white label on the bottom of the humidifier. Model numbers and tank sizes are listed in the chart below. Model Numbers Name Size Description 36200 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35201, 36201 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35202, 36204 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35203, 36203, 37203 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a green tinted water tank 35207, 36207 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35253, 36253 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.5 Gallon Black plastic with a blue tinted water tank

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Warm Mist Carefree Humidifiers · About 84,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Humidifier Model 36200
Recalled Humidifier Model 36200
Recalled Humidifier Models 35201, 36201
Recalled Humidifier Models 35201, 36201
Recalled Humidifier Models 35202, 35204
Recalled Humidifier Models 35202, 35204
Recalled Humidifier Models 35203, 36203
Recalled Humidifier Models 35203, 36203

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Lowe's, Wal-Mart, discount and hardware stores nationwide, as well as through mail order catalogs and Web retailers from September 2005 through February 2007 for between $40 and $65.; Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Hunter has received four reports of incidents involving a water leak, including one report of a fire resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Hunter Fan Co. toll-free at (877) 288-1145 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hunterfan.com

Recall history and context

Hunter Fan appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Hunter Fan recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 75 recalls in the heaters, fans and air conditioners category, 17 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Warm Mist Carefree Humidifiers (About 84,000 units). This recall involves Warm Mist CareFree humidifiers sold in white and black with blue or green tinted water tanks.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.

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