CPSCRecalled Apr 24, 2003 · #03114
CPSC, WestPoint Stevens Inc. Announce Recall of Electric Blankets
Hazard
When the blanket is folded, the heating element can overheat, causing the heating element and blanket to melt. This poses the risk of thermal burns to consumers.
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Get started, freeDescription
The Vellux® fahrenheit™ blankets were sold in various colors and sizes to fit all mattress sizes. The temperature controller is white, with the words "WESTPOINT STEVENS" and "fahrenheit Heated Blanket" printed on the front. The recall includes blankets manufactured from July 2002 through January 2003. The manufacture date is printed on a label sewn into the seam.
Product details
- Product
- Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets
- Type
- Electric Blankets/Warmers
- Manufacturer
- WestPoint Stevens Inc., of West Point, Ga.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Department stores, mail order catalogs and Web sites sold the blankets nationwide, from July 2002 through April 2003, for between $80 and $130.
- Made in
- United States
What you should do
The firm is no longer in business. For information, contact WestPoint Home at 866-643-4735.