Recall 14-120, published March 5, 2014
Duraflame electric space heaters
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
DFS-220The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.
- Brand
- Duraflame electric
- Recall published
- March 5, 2014
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- About 31,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Farmer's Furniture, Meijer, QVC, R.C. Willey, Ross and other retailers nationwide and online at Maxtool.com between August 2013 through January 2014 for about $60.
