CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/53815r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • June 19, 2015

Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Recalled by PetSmart Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.

Contact Information

PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.petsmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" listed under "Shop With Us" category for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
PetSmart stores nationwide from August 2014 to April 2015 for between $25 and $40.
Injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of incidents, including four reports of minor shock, seven reports of the water tanks overheating and one report of property damage from an electrical shortage resulting in fire.
Manufacturer
Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
15167

Product Information

Product Name
Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters
Product Type
Aquariums or Accessories
Number of Units
About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China
Imported By
PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 839-9638
Website www.petsmart.com
Full Contact Information

PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.petsmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" listed under "Shop With Us" category for more information.