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Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Recalled by PetSmart Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Reported: June 19, 2015 Initiated: June 19, 2015 #15167

Product Description

This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/PetSmart-Recalls-Top-Fin-Plastic-Aquarium-Heaters

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.. Recalled by Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15167.

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