Recall 18-100, published February 15, 2018
Rural King Electric heated blankets and throws
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
201CCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 201A, 201B, 201C, 202BN, 202CM, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR, 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3, 206C1.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Rural King's electric heated blankets and throws. The 100% polyester blankets and throws were sold in cream and brown colors and in two sizes: 50 x 60 inches (smaller than a twin size) and 84 x 90 inches (queen size). They have one or two multi-setting controllers attached to the electric cord. Model numbers starting with BLV-OB and ending in 200, 201A, 201B, 201C, 202, 202BN, 202CM, 203, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR , 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3 or 206C1 can be found on a corner tag. Matton Rural King Supply, Inc. is printed on the back of the tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blankets' and throws' electric cord can overheat and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Official remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and throws and contact Rural King for a full refund.
What should I do if I have 201C?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with 201C.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-561-1752, or go to www.ruralking.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Rural King
- Recall published
- February 15, 2018
- Category
- Mattresses & Bedding
- Units
- About 9,600
- Sold at / sales period
- Rural King stores nationwide and online at www.ruralking.com from October 2017 through December 2017 for between $30 and $60.
Closest model numbers in this recall
201C is one of 14 model numbers this notice lists; these 8 are the closest to it. 2 of the others start with 201, like 201C.
