Recall #11-289 · Published July 28, 2011

Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats

Honeywell Recalls Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats Due to Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats from Honeywell International Inc. on July 28, 2011. CPSC identifies this hazard: The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. This poses a burn hazard to the consumer. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled thermostats by setting the thermostats to 45 degrees or turning them off. Only models with a "B" in the model number have an off switch. Consumers should contact Honeywell for a free replacement installed by Honeywell.

Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats
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Affected model numbers

CT1950A1003CT1950B1002CT1957A1008T4700B1030T4700A1040T4700B1014T4700A1016
Additional identifying details

The model number and four-digit date code are printed on a label inside the front cover of the thermostat.

Why it was recalled

The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. This poses a burn hazard to the consumer.

Incidents and injuries

Honeywell has received 16 reports of thermostats melting. There have been no reports of injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled thermostats by setting the thermostats to 45 degrees or turning them off. Only models with a "B" in the model number have an off switch. Consumers should contact Honeywell for a free replacement installed by Honeywell.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Recall number
11-289
Units
About 77,000
Manufactured in
Singapore
Sold at / sales period
Home improvement stores, HVAC and electrical stores, and contractors from January 2000 to December 2007 for between $80 and $300.
Importer
Honeywell International Inc., of Morris Township, N.J.

Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats

CPSC product type: Thermostats

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Honeywell toll-free at (888) 235-7363 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.yourhome.honeywell.com/T4700

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