Recalls / 2001-05-09
CPSC, Vermont Castings, Majestic Products Announce Recall of Space Heaters
01147 · Recalled 2001-05-09 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled heaters are white, with a silver grill cover. The ventless heaters have the name "Vermont Castings" on the label directly below the grill. The heater model numbers start with the letters VBVH or VPVH and can be found on a rating plate on the left side of the heater.
Hazards
Overheating inside the space heaters can cause the exterior to become extremely hot, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Reported injuries
VCMP had received three reports of the space heaters overheating, resulting in scorched floors and wall coverings. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and discard or destroy them. The company is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Vermont Castings" space heaters | About 3,900 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Vermont Castings, Majestic Products (VCMP)
- Sold at
- Independent retailers in the southeastern U.S. sold these recalled heaters, from August 2000 to January 2001, for $200 to $400.
Consumer contact
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: CPSC recall 01147. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.