QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced May 1, 2008 CPSC #08565

Quick answer

QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #08565, announced on May 1, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled heater is a 1,500-watt, black or charcoal-colored, canister-shaped space heater with three heat settings. The unit is about 25" high x 10" in diameter (not including the wheels). The words "SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater" are printed on a label located on the front of the unit. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the heater and unplug it. consumers who purchased the heater through a qvc television program or qvc.com were mailed instructions on how to receive a refund. consumers who have not received an information packet should contact qvc. consumers who purchased the heater at a qvc store should return the heater to any qvc store to receive a full refund.. Affected brands: Soleus International, QVC.

Hazard

The recalled heater is a 1,500-watt, black or charcoal-colored, canister-shaped space heater with three heat settings. The unit is about 25" high x 10" in diameter (not including the wheels). The words "SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater" are printed on a label located on the front of the unit.

Affected products

SoleusAir Space Heaters

Recalled brands

Soleus International, QVC

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the heater and unplug it. Consumers who purchased the heater through a QVC television program or QVC.com were mailed instructions on how to receive a refund. Consumers who have not received an information packet should contact QVC. Consumers who purchased the heater at a QVC store should return the heater to any QVC store to receive a full refund.

Recall date

May 1, 2008

Categories

Kerosene/Propane/Wood Heaters

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08565?

CPSC recall #08565 covers QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 1, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled heater is a 1,500-watt, black or charcoal-colored, canister-shaped space heater with three heat settings. The unit is about 25" high x 10" in diameter (not including the wheels). The words "SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater" are printed on a label located on the front of the unit.

What is the remedy for recall #08565?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08565 is consumers should immediately stop using the heater and unplug it. consumers who purchased the heater through a qvc television program or qvc.com were mailed instructions on how to receive a refund. consumers who have not received an information packet should contact qvc. consumers who purchased the heater at a qvc store should return the heater to any qvc store to receive a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/QVC-Recalls-Space-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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