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CPSC recall 14256

Electric space heaters

On 2015-01-09 the CPSC announced a recall of Electric space heaters by Vornado Air, citing the heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number14256
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2014-08-14
Published2015-01-09
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyVornado Air
DistributionUS

Product

Electric space heaters | This recall involves Vornado VH110 Whole Room Vortex electric space heaters sold in two colors, black and white. The heaters measure about 10.5 inches high, 9 inches deep and 10.5 inches at the base growing narrower at the top. The on/off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on top of the unit. The Vornado logo appears with a gray "V" on the front of the unit. Recalled heaters have the numbers 1 and 3 as the fourth and fifth digits of the serial number. The model and serial numbers appear on a silver decal located on the bottom of the unit.

Reason

The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn 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/2014/Vornado-Air-Recalls-Electric-Space-Heaters

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