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Meijer Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Recall 11-053 · November 23, 2010 · Meijer

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-053 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 23, 2010
Brand
Meijer
Category
Heaters, fans and air conditioners
Products
Touch Point Oscillating Ceramic Heaters
Hazard
Fire Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 6,700
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
July 8, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves Touch Point PTC oscillating ceramic heater with model number PTC-902 and serial numbers between 35005-43008. Model and serial numbers are located on a sticker on the bottom of the heater. The grey/silver colored heaters are about 10 inches tall and have a screen across the front.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Touch Point Oscillating Ceramic Heaters · About 6,700 units

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Meijer Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Meijer stores in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio from October 2009 through October 2010 for about $25.; Ningbo Dongji Electronic Tech Co. LTC, of Ningbo, Dongki, China; Meijer, of Grand Rapids, Mich..

Injuries or incidents reported

Meijer has received two reports of incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Meijer toll-free at (800) 927-8699 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com

Recall history and context

Meijer appears in 17 CPSC recalls on record. See all Meijer 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?

Touch Point Oscillating Ceramic Heaters (About 6,700 units). This recall involves Touch Point PTC oscillating ceramic heater with model number PTC-902 and serial numbers between 35005-43008.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price.

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