Vornado Air recently recalled 79,000 of their VH110 Whole Room Vortex Electric space heaters, as the heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, which can cause fire or a burn hazard to consumers.
The company has already received 29 reports of units overheating and melting; 7 of these reports involved the heaters catching fire, resulting in one report of smoke inhalation and one report of property damage caused by soot and smoke. Users should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a free replacement unit (with free shipping).
This recall concerns Vornado VH110 Whole Room Vortex electric space heaters sold in black and white. The heaters measure about 10.5 inches high, 9 inches deep and 10.5 inches at the base growing narrower at the top. The on/off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on top of the unit. The Vornado logo appears with a gray “V” on the front of the unit. Recalled heaters have the numbers 1 and 3 as the fourth and fifth digits of the serial number. The model and serial numbers appear on a silver decal located on the bottom of the unit. The heaters were purchased from Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other retailers nationwide, including online at Vornado.com and Amazon.com from June 2013 to May 2014. Approximate price – $60.
Vornado Air, LLC, of Andover, Kan.
Vornado toll-free at (844) 205-7978 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.vornado.com and click on the recall graphic in the lower right corner of the homepage for more information.
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