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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 255,000 (In addition, about eight were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 26-532 Published June 4, 2026

SRTH Small Room Tower Heaters

The recalled heater's fan blade can detach from the motor shaft, which can cause the fan to slow or stop, leading to overheating and melting of the enclosure and internal parts. Melted internal parts can ignite and breach the enclosure if the thermal cut off or fuse does not timely activate, posing a fire hazard. sold at Stores nationwide, including Kohl's, Bed Bath & Beyond and ACE Hardware, and online at Vornado.com and Amazon.com from August 2013 – May 2026 for $40 to $50.

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Recalled SRTH Small Room Tower Heater
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Recalled SRTH Small Room Tower Heater

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Why it was recalled

The recalled heater's fan blade can detach from the motor shaft, which can cause the fan to slow or stop, leading to overheating and melting of the enclosure and internal parts. Melted internal parts can ignite and breach the enclosure if the thermal cut off or fuse does not timely activate, posing a fire hazard.

32
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

Vornado has received 32 reports of overheating from fan displacement, including eight reports of fire and one report of smoke inhalation.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and contact Vornado for instructions on how to submit photos of the product and proof of destruction to receive a full refund.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 255,000 (In addition, about eight were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atStores nationwide, including Kohl's, Bed Bath & Beyond and ACE Hardware, and online at Vornado.com and Amazon.com
Sales periodAugust 2013 – May 2026
Price$40 to $50

How to reach the firm

Phone
844-205-7978
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Recall page
www.vornado.com

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