CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The heater can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard
The recalled electric heaters are white-colored with the name "Aloha Breeze" printed on the front. The recall includes model number 05226 with date codes of 07/05, 08/05 and 11/05. The model number and date code are printed on the silver label located on the bottom of the heater.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and destroy and discard the product. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Contact Information
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Recall Details
Sold At
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from July 2005 to July 2007 for about $15.
Injuries
Aloha Housewares has received seven reports of heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number
07296
Product Information
Product Name
Aloha Breeze Portable Electric Heaters
Product Type
Electric Heaters
Number of Units
About 281,000
Imported By
Aloha Housewares, Inc. of Arlington, Texas
Manufactured In
China