Major Recall of Vornado Space Heaters Due to Fire Risk
Space heaters sold at Costco, other major retailers for years recalled over fire hazard
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Over 255,000 Vornado tower space heaters sold at Costco and other retailers are recalled due to fire hazards caused by overheating. Consumers are urged to stop using these heaters immediately. The units were sold between August 2013 and May 2026.
- 01The recall affects more than 255,000 Vornado tower heaters due to overheating risks.
- 02The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported 32 overheating incidents, including eight fires.
- 03The heaters were sold at Costco, Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and ACE Hardware between August 2013 and May 2026.
- 04The Vornado SRTH small room tower heater has the item number 1002889 and UPC 43765008478.
- 05Consumers should contact the Vornado Recall Team at 888-240-2768 for assistance.
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of over 255,000 Vornado tower heaters sold at major retailers, including Costco, due to fire hazards. The heaters, which were available from August 2013 to May 2026, can overheat because the fan blade may detach from the motor shaft, leading to potential ignition. Reports indicate 32 incidents of overheating, including eight fires and one case of smoke inhalation. The recalled model, the Vornado SRTH small room tower heater, has the item number 1002889 and UPC 43765008478. These heaters were sold for prices ranging from $40 to $50 at retailers like Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and ACE Hardware, as well as online at Vornado.com and Amazon.com. Both the CPSC and Costco have urged consumers to stop using the heaters immediately and to contact the Vornado Recall Team at 888-240-2768 for further instructions.
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Consumers using the recalled heaters are at risk of fire hazards, prompting immediate action to prevent accidents.
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