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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 201A, 201B, 201C, 202BN, 202CM, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR, 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3, 206C1.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Rural King's electric heated blankets and throws. The 100% polyester blankets and throws were sold in cream and brown colors and in two sizes: 50 x 60 inches (smaller than a twin size) and 84 x 90 inches (queen size). They have one or two multi-setting controllers attached to the electric cord. Model numbers starting with BLV-OB and ending in 200, 201A, 201B, 201C, 202, 202BN, 202CM, 203, 204A1, 204A2, 204A3, 204A2BR , 204A2CM, 205B1, 205B2, 205B3 or 206C1 can be found on a corner tag. Matton Rural King Supply, Inc. is printed on the back of the tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blankets' and throws' electric cord can overheat and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents and injuries
Rural King has received four reports of the blankets and throws overheating. Two incidents resulted in fires and one burn injury to a consumer's foot.
Official remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and throws and contact Rural King for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rural King
- Product type
- Electric blankets
- Recall number
- 18-100
- Units
- About 9,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Rural King stores nationwide and online at www.ruralking.com from October 2017 through December 2017 for between $30 and $60.
- Importer
- Rural King, of Mattoon, Ill.
Recall contact information
Rural King at 800-561-1752 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.ruralking.com and click on the Safety Recall Information link at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.