CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Meijer Recalls Touch Point Baseboard Convection Heaters Due to a Fire Hazard
This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. "Touch Point" can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measure approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.
Contact Information
Meijer at (800) 927-8699 anytime, or online at www.meijer.com and click on Product Recalls under the Help section.
Recall Details
Sold At
Meijer stores from September 2011 through February 2013 for about $50.
Injuries
Meijer has received two reports of overheating incidents, including one report of a fire that resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, China
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
13189
Product Information
Product Name
Touch Point Portable Baseboard Convection Heaters
Product Type
Portable Electric Heaters
Number of Units
About 4,560
Manufacturer Name
Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, China
Imported By
Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Manufactured In
China