Recalls / 2011-07-13

Additional Retail Sales Prompt CPSC and Meijer to Reannounce Touch Point Heater Recall; Fire Hazard Posed

11277 · Recalled 2011-07-13 · CPSC page

Description

This announcement involves previously recalled Touch Point oscillating ceramic heaters with model number PTC-902. The grey/silver color heaters are about 10-inches tall, have a black screen across the front and controls on the top. The model number and UPC code 7-60236-58339 are printed on a metal label/plate on the bottom of the heater. Some models have an additional digit in the UPC code, making it a 12-digit code. In addition, some heaters will have a UPC code 7-13733-29222 sticker on the bottom of the packaging box.

Hazards

The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Meijer has received two reports of incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to the nearest Meijer retail store for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers who purchased heaters from other retailers should contact Meijer to arrange a refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Touch Point Oscillating Ceramic Heaters		About 13,000 units (This recall was first announced in November 2010)

Parties

Importer: Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Made in: China
Sold at: Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, dollar stores, flea markets, retail liquidators nationwide sold the heaters

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.meijer.com

Source: CPSC recall 11277. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.