CPSC recall 03114
Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-05-30
On 2025-05-30 the CPSC announced a recall of Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets by Westpoint Stevens, citing when the blanket is folded, the heating element can overheat, causing the heating element and blanket to melt. This poses the risk of thermal burns to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03114 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-04-24 |
| Published | 2025-05-30 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Westpoint Stevens |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Vellux® fahrenheit™ electric blankets | The Vellux® fahrenheit™ blankets were sold in various colors and sizes to fit all mattress sizes. The temperature controller is white, with the words "WESTPOINT STEVENS" and "fahrenheit Heated Blanket" printed on the front. The recall includes blankets manufactured from July 2002 through January 2003. The manufacture date is printed on a label sewn into the seam.
Reason
When the blanket is folded, the heating element can overheat, causing the heating element and blanket to melt. This poses the risk of thermal burns to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-WestPoint-Stevens-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Blankets
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