CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The valve on the propane heaters can leak, posing a fire hazard, if an ignition source is present.
CPSC, Mr. Heater, Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Mr. Heater "Big Buddy/Tough Buddy" Propane Heaters
Only model number MH18B Mr. Heater "Big Buddy" and "Tough Buddy" propane heaters are included in the recall. The model number is located on the rear panel of the unit. The heaters are either black with yellow accents around the burner tiles or light gray with red accents around the burner tiles. "Mr. Heater" is printed in the lower right hand corner of the heaters.
Required Consumer Action
Contact Mr. Heater for instructions on receiving a replacement heater.
Contact Information
Contact Mr. Heater Inc. at www.mrheater.com or call (800) 964-4328 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Home centers, sporting goods, and hardware stores nationwide, from September 2004 through December 2004, for between $120 and $149.
Injuries
Mr. Heater has received 26 reports of propane leaks. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Mr. Heater, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Recall Number
05145
Product Information
Product Name
Mr. Heater "Big Buddy" and "Tough Buddy" portable propane heaters
Product Type
Kerosene/Propane/Wood Heaters
Number of Units
About 55,000
Manufacturer Name
Mr. Heater, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In
China