Dyson Recalls Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
USDyson Recalls Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedThe heaters can develop an electrical short and overheat, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall is for all Dyson Hot heaters and Dyson Hot+Cool heaters having model number AM04 and all Dyson Hot+Cool heaters with model number AM05. The heaters are 23 inches tall with a round base and an upper body shaped like an elongated ring. The heaters have no external fan blades. They are made of plastic and were available in the colors silver, black and silver, blue and gray, gray and silver, pink and gray, purple and gray, and white and gray. Each heater came with a remote control. The model number is found above the Dyson logo on the product information sticker on the underside of the heater's base.
Produits concernés
TranslatedPortable electric heaters
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Dyson-Recalls-Bladeless-Portable-Electric-Heaters |
| Title | Dyson Recalls Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14143.14143_Dyson_AM04_AM05_LARGE.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Dyson Hot and Dyson Hot+Cool (AM04) and Dyson Hot+Cool (AM05) heaters |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14143.2_Dyson_AM04_Label_LARGE.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | The model number is found above the Dyson logo on the product information sticker on the base. |
| Hazards › Name | The heaters can develop an electrical short and overheat, posing a fire hazard to the consumer. |
| Injuries › Name | Dyson is aware of 82 incidents of the recalled heaters short-circuiting and overheating, including four reports of heaters with burned or melted internal parts. No injuries or property damage have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Portable electric heaters |
| Products › Type | Electric Heaters |
| Products › Category I D | 67907 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 338,000 in the U.S. and about 43,000 in Canada |
| Recall I D | 1650 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled heaters and contact Dyson for a free replacement heater. |
| Importers › Name | Dyson Inc., of Chicago |
| Retailers › Name | Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Costco, Fry's, Kohl's, Lowe's, Macy's, Sears, Target and other retailers nationwide, and online at Abt.com, Amazon.com, Dyson.com, Groupon.com, HSN.com, QVC.com and Walmart.com from September 2011 to March 2014 for about $399. |
| Recall Date | 2014-04-01T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall is for all Dyson Hot heaters and Dyson Hot+Cool heaters having model number AM04 and all Dyson Hot+Cool heaters with model number AM05. The heaters are 23 inches tall with a round base and an upper body shaped like an elongated ring. The heaters have no external fan blades. They are made of plastic and were available in the colors silver, black and silver, blue and gray, gray and silver, pink and gray, purple and gray, and white and gray. Each heater came with a remote control. The model number is found above the Dyson logo on the product information sticker on the underside of the heater's base. |
| Recall Number | 14143 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/38697r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Dyson toll-free at (866) 297-5303, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday or online at www.dyson.com and click on Safety Recall at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-06-09T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Malaysia |
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 Dyson Recalls Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard?
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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