CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2005-08-11

CPSC, The Holmes Group Announce Recall of Tower Heater Fans

05240 · Recalled 2005-08-11 · CPSC page

Recalled Holmes® HFH6498-U Heater Fan
Recalled Holmes® HFH6498-U Heater Fan

Description

The recall involves Holmes® models HFH6498-U, HFH6500-U and HFH6500TG-U and Bionaire® model BFH3530-U. The recalled heaters also have date codes beginning with 2604 through 3804 for all units, except for Holmes® model 6500TG-U, which has date codes ranging from 2604 through 4704. The model and date code can be found on the silver label on the back of the unit. The heater fans are 26 inches tall; come in all gray, two-tone gray, or black and gray; and have either the word Holmes® or Bionaire® printed on the front of the base.

Hazards

The power cord on the units can fray or sever, causing the fan to stop working and overheat. This could pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

The Holmes Group has received 98 reports of minor property damage to the surface under the heater. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and contact The Holmes Group for instructions on receiving a replacement unit.

Products

NameModelUnits
Holmes® and Bionaire® Tower Heater FansAbout 180,000

Parties

Manufacturer
The Holmes Group Inc.
Made in
China
Sold at
Wal-Mart, Target, Linens N Things, Bed Bath, Beyond, additional department, specialty, from July 2004 through June 2005, for, $90.

Consumer contact

For additional information, call The Holmes Group at (800) 593-4269 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.holmesheaterrecall.com

More images

Recalled Bionaire® BFH3530-U Heater Fan
Recalled Bionaire® BFH3530-U Heater Fan
Holmes® Models HFH6500-U and HFH6500TG-U
Holmes® Models HFH6500-U and HFH6500TG-U

Source: CPSC recall 05240. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.