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CPSCRecalled May 10, 2013 · #13189

Meijer Recalls Touch Point Baseboard Convection Heaters Due to a Fire Hazard

Hazard

The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. "Touch Point" can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measure approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.

Product details

Product
Touch Point Portable Baseboard Convection Heaters
Type
Portable Electric Heaters
Manufacturer
Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, China
Model numbers
1500, 0611
UPCs
Sold at
Meijer stores from September 2011 through February 2013 for about $50.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice