Critical Recalled August 16, 2012 About 25 units Updated April 18, 2016

Heated Mats for Pets Recalled by World Class Due to Fire and Electrical Shock Hazards to Consumers; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com

Suffocation

The hazard

The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: The firm has received two reports of the mats catching on fire, including property damage. One fire involved the asphyxiation death of a dog.

What to do now

Refund

Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled pet mats and contact World Class to receive a full refund. The firm is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product.

Contact: For more information, contact World Class Inc. toll-free at (888) 941-5079 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Thursday, or email the firm at gsiamazon@gmail.com

About this recall

This recall involves "GSI electronic 50W indoor pet heating comfort pad mats" with model number GKC2G002. The mats are polyester, were sold in various shapes and sizes and have a white electrical cord. They were sold in a variety of colors, including beige and pink.

Product photos

Heated mat for pet
Heated mat for pet
Heated mat for pet
Heated mat for pet

Photos: U.S. CPSC