Additional Retail Sales Prompt CPSC and Meijer to Reannounce Touch Point Heater Recall; Fire Hazard Posed
Touch Point Oscillating Ceramic Heaters
Date of Recall
2011-07-13CPSC Release Number
11-277Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 927-8699Units
About 13,000 units (6,700 originally recalled in November 2010)Importer
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.Sold By
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from October 2009 through April 2011 for about $25. Discount retailers, dollar stores, flea markets and retail liquidators nationwide sold the heaters from November 2010 through April 2011 for various prices. The heaters were sold after the original recall was announced in November 2010.Problem/Hazard
The oscillating mechanism in the heaters can short out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Meijer has received two reports of incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.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.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.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.comRecall Comments
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