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Mastex Recalls Foot Warmer Due to Burn Hazard

U.S. CPSCBurnsApr 3, 2007
Recalled Foot Warmer
Recalled Foot Warmer

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The wiring in the foot warmer has a defect, which can cause it to overheat. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should stop using these foot warmers immediately and discard or destroy them.

Incidents & injuries

Mastex has received five reports of foot warmers overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recall includes model 400 twin foot warmers with date code FO4. The date code is located on the switch and the model number is written on the blanket. Model 405 full size foot warmers are not included in the recall.

Sold on

Specialty and gift catalogs nationwide from September 2006 through October 2006 for about $40.

Contact the company

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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