CPSC recall 14-750, announced September 3, 2014, covers Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers (about 70,000 units). Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 100 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Recall contact: call (844) 600-1370, or go to www.greatinnovations.tv.
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
Model number MH-407 and date code MX1342, MX1343, MX1344, MX1344, MX1345 or MX1346 are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the humidifier.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Air Innovations branded Ultrasonic Clean Mist humidifiers with mood lights. Model number MH-407 and date code MX1342, MX1343, MX1344, MX1344, MX1345 or MX1346 are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the humidifier. The recalled humidifiers are 15 inches high and were sold in four colors: black, silver, red and blue. A mood light button and the words "Air Innovations" are on the front of the one-gallon humidifiers. QVC item number V32459 is printed on the packing slip shipped with the humidifier.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 100 reports of overheating resulting in reports of smoke and burning odors. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Great Innovations is contacting known consumers directly by mail.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ultrasonic Clean Mist
- Manufacturer
- Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
- Product type
- Humidifiers
- Recall number
- 14-750
- Units
- About 70,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- QVC TV during January 2014 and online at QVC.com from December 2013 to February 2014 for about $55.
- Importer
- Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
- Distributor
- QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers
CPSC product type: Humidifiers
Recall contact information
Great Innovations toll-free at (844) 600-1370 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.greatinnovations.tv and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
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