August 30, 2007
"Aloha Breeze" electric heaters are being recalled because they can overheat, creating a fire hazard.
Aloha Housewares has received seven reports of heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled electric heaters are white-colored with the name Aloha Breeze printed on the front. The recall includes model number 05226 with date codes of 07/05, 08/05 and 11/05. The model number and date code are printed on the silver label located on the bottom of the heater.
About 280,000 of the heaters were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from July 2005 to July 2007 for about $15. They were made in China.
Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free replacement.
For additional information, call Aloha Housewares at (800) 295-4448 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or send an e-mail to ahitexaslg@aol.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
