Model number check
VH101
Is VH101 recalled? Yes. Model number VH101 is listed in 2 CPSC recalls: 18-199 (VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters, August 22, 2018) and 18-136 (VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters, April 4, 2018).
Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix on your product label. A similar-looking model may not be included in a recall — the official CPSC notice is always the final authority.
Recall 18-199, published August 22, 2018
What to check on the product label
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
VH101
Additional identifying detailsThe model/type "VH101," serial number and ETL mark are printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the unit.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Vornado VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters sold in the following colors: black, coral orange, grayed jade, cinnamon, fig, ice white and red. The heaters measure about 7.2 inches long by 7.8 inches wide by 7.10 inches high and have two heat settings (low and high) and a fan only/no heat setting. "Vornado" with a "V" behind it is printed on the front of the unit. The model/type "VH101," serial number and ETL mark are printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the unit.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeThe electric space heater can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a full refund or a free replacement unit.
Remedy type: Refund, Replace
- Recall published
- August 22, 2018
- Units
- About 350,000 (This recall was first announced in April 2018)
- Sold at / sales period
- Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Vornado.com and other websites from August 2009 through March 2018 for about $30.
Recall 18-136, published April 4, 2018
What to check on the product label
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
VH101
Additional identifying detailsThe model/type "VH101," serial number and ETL mark are printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the unit.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Vornado VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters sold in the following colors: black, coral orange, grayed jade, cinnamon, fig, ice white and red. The heaters measure about 7.2 inches long by 7.8 inches wide by 7.10 inches high and have two heat settings (low and high) and a fan only/no heat setting. "Vornado" with a "V" behind it is printed on the front of the unit. The model/type "VH101," serial number and ETL mark are printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the unit.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeThe electric space heater can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a full refund or a free replacement unit, including free shipping.
Remedy type: Refund, Replace
- Recall published
- April 4, 2018
- Units
- About 350,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Vornado.com and other websites from August 2009 through March 2018 for about $30.
