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CPSCRecalled Feb 15, 2018 · #18100

Rural King Recalls Electric Blankets and Throws Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard

The blankets' and throws' electric cord can overheat and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards.

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Description

This recall involves Rural King's electric heated blankets and throws. The 100% polyester blankets and throws were sold in cream and brown colors and in two sizes: 50 x 60 inches (smaller than a twin size) and 84 x 90 inches (queen size). They have one or two multi-setting controllers attached to the electric cord. Model numbers starting with BLV-OB and ending in 200, 201A, 201B, 201C, 202, 202BN, 202CM, 203, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR , 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3 or 206C1 can be found on a corner tag. Matton Rural King Supply, Inc. is printed on the back of the tag.

Product details

Product
Electric heated blankets and throws
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
201A, 201B, 201C, 202BN, 202CM, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR, 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3, 206C1
UPCs
Sold at
Rural King stores nationwide and online at www.ruralking.com from October 2017 through December 2017 for between $30 and $60.
Made in
China

What you should do

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and throws and contact Rural King for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice