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The ventless heaters have the name "Vermont Castings" on the label directly below the grill.
Why it was recalled
Overheating inside the space heaters can cause the exterior to become extremely hot, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
VCMP had received three reports of the space heaters overheating, resulting in scorched floors and wall coverings. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and discard or destroy them. The company is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vermont Castings
- Manufacturer
- Vermont Castings, Majestic Products (VCMP), of Ontario, Canada
- Recall number
- 01-147
- Units
- About 3,900
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent retailers in the southeastern U.S. sold these recalled heaters, from August 2000 to January 2001, for $200 to $400.
Vermont Castings space heaters
CPSC product type: Electric Heaters
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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