Caframo Cabinet Heaters Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard; Manufactured by Caframo Limited
USCaframo Cabinet Heaters Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard; Manufactured by Caframo Limited
Recalling Firm: Caframo Limited, of Canada
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe crimp holding a wire in place in the cabinet heater is not properly finished and can result in the wire detaching, posing an electrocution hazard.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves model 9421 Cabinet Heaters, primarily intended for keeping cabinets and parking ticket dispensers warm. The cabinet heater has a black painted steel enclosure and measures 5-3/4 inches wide by 9 inches long by 3-1/3 inches high. A serial plate, an on/off switch, and a label with "Model 9421" are located on the top of the heater, near the power cord.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedCabinet Heaters
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Caframo-Cabinet-Heaters-Recalled-Due-to-Electrocution-Hazard-Manufactured-by-Caframo-Limited |
| Title | Caframo Cabinet Heaters Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard; Manufactured by Caframo Limited |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Caframo1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Caframo 9421 Cabinet Heater |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Caframo2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Top view showing location of Product Model & Serial number |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Caframo3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Detailed view showing serial number and model number locations |
| Hazards › Name | The crimp holding a wire in place in the cabinet heater is not properly finished and can result in the wire detaching, posing an electrocution hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Cabinet Heaters |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 2,140 (In addition, 200 units were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 10055 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cabinet heaters, unplug the unit, and contact Caframo Limited for instructions on how to receive a free repair or replacement unit. Caframo will provide a pre-paid shipping label for consumers to return the product to Caframo for repair. If the product cannot be repaired, Caframo will mail the consumer a replacement. Caframo is contacting all known purchasers directly. |
| Retailers › Name | Graybar Electric Co., of St Louis, Missouri; Keystone Automotive Operations Inc., of Exeter, Pennsylvania; Hamilton Manufacturing Corp., of Holland, Ohio; and Controlled Access of the Midwest, of Pleasant Hill, Iowa, and online at comfortsolutions.caframobrands.com and Amazon.com from October 2023 through May 2024 for about $150. |
| Recall Date | 2024-09-19T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves model 9421 Cabinet Heaters, primarily intended for keeping cabinets and parking ticket dispensers warm. The cabinet heater has a black painted steel enclosure and measures 5-3/4 inches wide by 9 inches long by 3-1/3 inches high. A serial plate, an on/off switch, and a label with "Model 9421" are located on the top of the heater, near the power cord. |
| Recall Number | 24371 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Caframo Limited, of Canada |
| Remedy Options › 1 › Option | Repair |
| Remedy Options › 2 › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/caframo-cabinet-heater-recalled-due-potential-electric-shock-hazard |
| Consumer Contact | Caframo Limited at 800-567-3556 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at contactus@caframo.com, or online at https://www.caframo.com/recall/ or www.caframo.com and click on "RECALL" at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-09-19T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Canada |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Caframo Cabinet Heaters Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard; Manufactured by Caframo Limited?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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