Sears and Kmart Recall Kenmore Oscillating Fan Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Kenmore oscillating fan heaters |
| Units | About 42,500 |
| Hazards | Broken motor mounts can cause the units to overheat, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fan heaters and return them to any Sears or Kmart store for a full refund. |
| Manufacturers | Collins Co., of China |
Details
This recall involves Kenmore oscillating fan heaters with model number 127.90914310. The model number and Kenmore are printed on a silver sticker on the bottom of the unit. The fan heaters are gray and white, measure about 12 inches tall by 9 inches wide, have two dials at the top for temperature and fan speed and a red on-off button on the front base. Kenmore is printed on the front bottom of the fan heaters.
Consumer Contact
Sears/Kmart toll-free at (888) 820-3341 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT on Saturday, or visit the firms’ websites at www.sears.com and www.kmart.com click on Product Recall for more information.
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