CPSC recall 05240
Holmes® and Bionaire® Tower Heater Fans
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-10-29
On 2024-10-29 the CPSC announced a recall of Holmes® and Bionaire® Tower Heater Fans by The Holmes Group, citing the power cord on the units can fray or sever, causing the fan to stop working and overheat. This could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05240 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2005-08-11 |
| Published | 2024-10-29 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | The Holmes Group |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Holmes® and Bionaire® Tower Heater Fans | The recall involves Holmes® models HFH6498-U, HFH6500-U and HFH6500TG-U and Bionaire® model BFH3530-U. The recalled heaters also have date codes beginning with 2604 through 3804 for all units, except for Holmes® model 6500TG-U, which has date codes ranging from 2604 through 4704. The model and date code can be found on the silver label on the back of the unit. The heater fans are 26 inches tall; come in all gray, two-tone gray, or black and gray; and have either the word Holmes® or Bionaire® printed on the front of the base.
Reason
The power cord on the units can fray or sever, causing the fan to stop working and overheat. This could pose a fire hazard 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/2005/CPSC-The-Holmes-Group-Announce-Recall-of-Tower-Heater-Fans
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