CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Electric Heaters
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The hazard
Electrical connections inside of the heater can become loose. This could cause the metal portion of the heater to become energized, posing a serious shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug, disable and discard them. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Contact: The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
About this recall
The recalled "Sun-Sational" Deluxe Radiant heaters have a metallic gray heating element, white base, and red control knobs. The heater has a label at the base, that reads "SUN-sational" and "Warning: Risk of Fire." The oval-shaped heater has an 800-Watt and 1200-Watt setting and has a sensor to alert users of overheating.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC