Aquarium Heaters Recalled by United Pet Group Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 11-202 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 21, 2011
- Brand
- United Pet
- Category
- Heaters, fans and air conditioners
- Products
- Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters
- Hazard
- Fire and Laceration Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burnLaceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 1.2 million
- Made in
- China, Italy
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 21, 2016
What was recalled
The recall involves the following Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro aquarium heaters. The heaters are black plastic tubes and have a temperature adjustment knob at the top. The model name "Stealth" (in white letters) or "Stealth Pro" (in red letters) is printed on the side of the heater. The model number and the wattage rating are printed below the model name. Stealth Pro heaters were also sold as part of aquarium starter kits. Marineland Stealth Models Marineland Stealth Pro Models Wattage Model # Wattage Model # 25W ETP25 25W ML90447-00 50W ETP50 50W ML90448-00 75W ETP75 75W ML90449-00 100W ETP100 100W ML90450-00 150W ETP150 150W ML90451-00 200W ETP200 200W ML90452-00 250W ETP250 250W ML90453-00 300W ML90454-00
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters · About 1.2 million units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Pet stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2004 through February 2011 for between $20 and $300.; United Pet Group, of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Injuries or incidents reported
United Pet Group has received 38 reports of fires resulting in property damage and 45 reports of broken aquarium glass. United Pet Group has received one report of a consumer who suffered an eye injury when the aquarium heater forcefully broke while he held it.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact United Pet Group at (800) 338-4896 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.marineland.com
Recall history and context
United Pet appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
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?
Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters (About 1.2 million units). The recall involves the following Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro aquarium heaters.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Laceration Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled aquarium heaters and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement aquarium heater or a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 21, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.