Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers recall 14-750

Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers

Great Innovations Recalls Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers from Ultrasonic Clean Mist on September 3, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Great Innovations is contacting known consumers directly by mail.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

MH-407

Additional identifying details

Model number MH-407 and date code MX1342, MX1343, MX1344, MX1344, MX1345 or MX1346 are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the humidifier.

Why it was recalled

Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 100 reports of overheating resulting in reports of smoke and burning odors. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Great Innovations is contacting known consumers directly by mail.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand: Ultrasonic Clean Mist
Manufacturer: Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
Recall number: 14-750
Units: About 70,000
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: QVC TV during January 2014 and online at QVC.com from December 2013 to February 2014 for about $55.
Importer: Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
Distributor: QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.