Recall 07-276, published August 15, 2007
Classic Beauty Rest Electric Warming 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
BST-06-THRThe 100% acrylic throws were sold in various colors and patterns and have model number BST-06-THR.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 52 inch by 62 inch electric warming throws. The 100% acrylic throws were sold in various colors and patterns and have model number BST-06-THR. The model number is located on the care label sewn into the throw. "Classic Beautyrest" and "Automatic Electric Warming Throw" is printed on the product's packaging. Model numbers with the following date codes are included in this recall: B00106 through B36506. Bilt-Safe Technologies, Inc. and the date code are printed on the bottom of the care label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Bunching, folding or tucking of these electric throws can cause them to overheat, resulting in smoldering, melting, fire and burn hazards.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the electric throws. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available. Destroy or discard the recalled electric warming throws. Consumers should not return the throws to the retailer where purchased.
What should I do if I have BST-06-THR?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with BST-06-THR, then check the date codes the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-638-2772.
- Do not take it back to the store. The notice asks owners not to return it to stores.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Ningbo Veken Elite International Trading
- Recall published
- August 15, 2007
- Category
- Mattresses & Bedding
- Units
- About 37,100
- Sold at / sales period
- Kmart, the Fingerhut catalogs, and the LTD Commodities LLC Web site from August 2006 through February 2007 for about $30.
