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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: BST-03-A-F, BST-03-A-K, BST-03-A-Q, BST-03-A-T.
Which products are included?
The recalled automatic warming blankets were sold in blue or beige colors under the Bilt-Safe and Comfort Max brand names and came in sizes to fit all mattresses. The temperature controller is removable and plugs into a module at the bottom of the blanket. The recalled units have the following model numbers, which are located on a tag sewn to the blanket: BST-03-A-F, BST-03-A-K, BST-03-A-Q, and BST-03-A-T.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
When the temperature controller on the blanket is reset multiple times or the blanket is folded or covered with additional blankets, the blanket can overheat. This can result in smoldering and melting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Bilt-Safe has received 86 reports of the blankets overheating or charring, including three reports of minor skin burns.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the electric blankets immediately and destroy the controller and blanket. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Electric blankets
- Recall number
- 05-042
- Units
- 60,000, including 13,720 sold to consumers
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Family Dollar Stores, Peebles Inc., and Le Roux at Home stores nationwide from October 2003 through February 2004 for between $40 and $100.
- Importer
- Bilt-Safe Technologies Inc., of Erwin, Tenn.
Electric Blankets
CPSC product type: Electric Blankets/Warmers
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.