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Kaz USA Recalls Honeywell Portable Electric Heaters Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: January 12, 2012 Initiated: January 12, 2012 #12087

Product Description

This recall includes Honeywell Surround Select Series portable electric heaters with model numbers HZ-420, HZ-430, and HZ-440 and five-digit date codes that have 11 as the last two digits. The heaters are black or white cylinders with a handle on top. The model number is stamped into the plastic on the bottom of the heater. The date code is located on the metal prongs of the heater's electrical plug. "Honeywell" and "Surround Heat" are printed on the front of the heaters. This heater was distributed by Kaz USA under license from Honeywell.

Reason for Recall

The heater's internal housing, including the fan, heating element and circuitry, can detach, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and contact Kaz for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes Honeywell Surround Select Series portable electric heaters with model numbers HZ-420, HZ-430, and HZ-440 and five-digit date codes that have 11 as the last two digits. The heaters are black or white cylinders with a handle on top. The model number is stamped into the plastic on the bottom of the heater. The date code is located on the metal prongs of the heater's electrical plug. "Honeywell" and "Surround Heat" are printed on the front of the heaters. This heater was distributed by Kaz USA under license from Honeywell.. Recalled by Ningbo Honecho Industry Co., Ltd. of China. Units affected: About 19,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The heater's internal housing, including the fan, heating element and circuitry, can detach, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and contact Kaz for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 12, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12087.