American-made heaters sold on Amazon have been recalled due to electrical shock and fire hazards
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Nearly 8,000 American manufacturers space heaters they were recalled in the US after officials discovered they could cause electric shock and fire hazards.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday recalled 7,780 Vornado VH2 whole-room heaters, which sold exclusively on Amazon.
The CPSC claims that the power cord can “partially detach” from the heater housing, which can damage the cord over time, causing electric shock and fire hazards.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo courtesy of US Consumer Product Safety Commission / Fox News)
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There were no reports of injuries as of Tuesday afternoon, according to officials.
The recall involves Vornado VH2 whole-room heaters with a date code of “JUL24” or “AUG24” and “TYPE VH2” printed on a silver label label on the bottom of the heater, according to the commission.
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The heaters are off-white in color and have thermostatic temperature control, automatic or continuous fan operation and two heat settings, according to the CPSC. “Vornado” with a red “V” behind it is printed on the front of the unit. Only units with the date code “JUL24” or “AUG24” are included in the recall.
The heaters in question sold on Amazon from August to October for about $90, according to commission.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo courtesy of US Consumer Product Safety Commission / Fox News)
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The product was sold by Vornado Air LLC, Andover, Kansas, and made in the United Statesaccording to officials.
“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the recall and receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement heater,” according to the CPSC.
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To obtain a replacement, contact Vornado by calling 844-205-7978 or emailing vh2recall@vornado.com.
