Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: refund or replacement · About 350,000 (This recall was first announced in April 2018) units
Recall No. 18-199 Published August 22, 2018

VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters

The electric space heater can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards. sold at Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Vornado.com and other websites from August 2009 – March 2018 for about $30.

Recalled Vornado VH101 electric space heater
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Recalled Vornado VH101 electric space heater

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The electric space heater can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.

19
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

In December 2017, a 90-year-old man in Chanhassen, Minnesota died as a result of a fire involving the recalled heater. Vornado has received a total of 19 reports of the heaters catching on fire.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund or replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a full refund or a free replacement unit.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 350,000 (This recall was first announced in April 2018)
Made inChina
Sold atBed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Vornado.com and other websites
Sales periodAugust 2009 – March 2018
PriceAbout $30

How to reach the firm

Phone
855-215-5131
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.vornado.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.