Recalls / 2001-10-05

CPSC, Biddeford Textile Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Blankets

02003 · Recalled 2001-10-05 · CPSC page

Description

The electric blankets were sold under the model names Controlled Comfort, EH 2000, Starbright, Staywarm, Supreme 21 and Warm Comfort, and had serial numbers A001A to C210C. "Biddeford Textile Corporation," along with the blanket's model name and its serial number are printed on a label near where the control switch is plugged in. The blankets were sold in king, queen, double and twin sizes in various colors, including off-white, hunter green, light blue, navy blue, white, rose, plum, burgundy, French blue, sage green, teal and rawhide.

Hazards

The plug that connects the detachable control switch to the blanket can become loose. The resulting poor electrical contacts can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

CPSC and Biddeford Textile Corp. have received 34 reports of the electric blankets overheating, melting and scorching. No injuries or property damage, other than to the blanket, have been reported.

Remedy

The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Electric blankets		About 394,000

Parties

Distributor: Biddeford Textile Corp., of Biddeford, Maine
Sold at: Department stores, including Kohl's, Target, direct mail order companies, such as Fingerhut, JCPenney, sold these blankets nationwide, from August 1999 through July 2001, for

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 02003. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.