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Meijer Recalls Touch Point Baseboard Convection Heaters Due to a Fire Hazard

Reported: May 10, 2013 Initiated: May 10, 2013 #13189

Product Description

This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. "Touch Point" can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measure approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.

Reason for Recall

The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. "Touch Point" can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measure approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.. Recalled by Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, China. Units affected: About 4,560.
Why was this product recalled?
The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 10, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13189.