Recalls / 2014-09-03

Great Innovations Recalls Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)

14750 · Recalled 2014-09-03 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Air Innovations branded Ultrasonic Clean Mist humidifiers with mood lights. Model number MH-407 and date code MX1342, MX1343, MX1344, MX1344, MX1345 or MX1346 are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the humidifier. The recalled humidifiers are 15 inches high and were sold in four colors: black, silver, red and blue. A mood light button and the words "Air Innovations" are on the front of the one-gallon humidifiers. QVC item number V32459 is printed on the packing slip shipped with the humidifier.

Hazards

Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 100 reports of overheating resulting in reports of smoke and burning odors. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Great Innovations is contacting known consumers directly by mail.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers		About 70,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Great Innovations LLC
Importer: Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
Distributor: QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Made in: China
Sold at: QVC TV during January 2014, online at QVC.com

Consumer contact

Great Innovations toll-free at (844) 600-1370 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.greatinnovations.tv and click on "Product Recall" for more information.

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Identification Labels on Great Innovations Clean Mist Humidifier

Source: CPSC recall 14750. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.