Recall 08-601, published August 20, 2008
H20 Portable Handheld Steam Cleaners
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
YQ3888Model number YQ3888 and the "produce code" are printed on a label on the underside of the units.
Which products are included?
The recalled portable handheld steam cleaners are white and dark gray. "H20" and "M" are printed on the steam cleaners. Model number YQ3888 and the "produce code" are printed on a label on the underside of the units. This recall only includes steam cleaners with "produce codes" from 071025 through 080324.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Steam can escape from the handle and trigger of the steam cleaner, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled steam cleaners and contact Thane to receive a $30 coupon for the purchase of another Thane product, or to receive a free replacement steam cleaner. Thane has directly contacted consumers who received the steam cleaners.
- Brand
- H20 Portable Handheld
- Recall published
- August 20, 2008
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 134,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Television infomercials nationwide and at www.thane.com and shipped to consumers from December 2007 through May 2008.
