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Nearly 8,000 American-made heaters have been recalled in the United States after authorities found they could cause electric shock and fire hazards.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday recalled 7,780 Vornado VH2 whole room heaters, sold exclusively on Amazon.
The CPSC says the power cord may “partially detach” from the heater housing, which could damage the cord over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission/Fox News)
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No injuries were reported Tuesday afternoon, according to authorities.
The recall involves Vornado VH2 Whole Room heaters with a date code “JUL24” or “AUG24” and “TYPE VH2” printed on the silver label located on the bottom of the heater, according to the commission.
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The heaters are off-white and feature thermostatic temperature control, automatic or continuous fan operation, and two heat settings, according to the CPSC. “Vornado” with a red “V” behind it is printed on the front of the device. Only units with a “JUL24” or “AUG24” date code are included in the recall.
The heaters in question were sold on Amazon from August to October for about $90, according to the commission.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled thousands of Vornado VH2 whole room heaters. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission/Fox News)
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The product was sold by Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas, and manufactured in the United States, according to officials.
“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado to confirm that their product is part of the recall and receive instructions on how to receive a free replacement heater,” according to the CPSC.
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To receive a replacement, contact Vornado by calling 844-205-7978 or emailing vh2recall@vornado.com.
