Reported Mar 16, 2023
Sunbeam Heated Blankets Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; Distributed by Star Elite
Star Elite Inc. of Canada
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled blankets and contact Star Elite for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to complete the online recall registration form available at www.productrecall.sunbeamhome.com and to destroy the blanket by cutting the power cord at the plug, marking an "X" with permanent marker on the wash label and sending the recalling firm a photo of the destroyed blanket.
Firm contact: Star Elite toll-free at 877-383-6399 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.sunbeamhome.com/en/support/product-recall or online at www.sunbeamhome.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Sunbeam® Queen Size Heated Blankets
- Amount recalled
- About 43,000 (In addition, about 15,000 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Online at Amazon.com and small independent stores nationwide from September 2022 through January 2023 for about $120..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The recalled heated blankets can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received 13 reports of the blankets overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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