CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Some heaters have improperly crimped wires, which can result in overheating and a potential thermal burn or fire hazard.
CPSC, Holmes Group Announce Recall of Portable Electric Heaters
The recall involves the Holmes model HCH4305 portable electric heaters sold by QVC as QVC Item No. V19768. The model number and date code is located on the bottom of the heater. Recalled heaters have a date code beginning with "33xx" through "39xx".
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled heater immediately. QVC is directly contacting all known consumers to arrange for a full refund.
Contact Information
For more information, contact QVC Customer Service at (800) 367-9444 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight ET, any day of the week.
Recall Details
Sold At
The recalled heaters were sold exclusively by QVC via the QVC cable television channel, from October 2004 through January 2005, for about $33.
Injuries
Holmes is aware of 19 reports of heaters overheating, melting or charring along the bottom of the heater, including 13 reports of minor property damage beneath the heater. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number
05570
Product Information
Product Name
Portable electric heater
Product Type
Electric Heaters
Number of Units
About 13,500
Imported By
The Holmes Group, Inc. of Milford, Mass.
Distributed By
QVC, Inc. of West Chester, Penn.
Manufactured In
China