Dyson has recalled approximately 338,000 AM04 and AM05 bladeless portable electric heaters due to a defect where the units can short-circuit and overheat. There have been 82 reports of these heaters short-circuiting, including four cases where internal parts burned or melted. The recalled heaters were sold nationwide at major retailers like Best Buy, Target, and online at Amazon.com between September 2011 and March 2014. Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and contact Dyson for a free replacement.
The heaters can develop an internal electrical short-circuit that leads to overheating and the melting of internal components, which poses a significant fire hazard to your home.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled heaters and contact Dyson for a free replacement heater.
Dyson Hot and Dyson Hot+Cool (AM04) and Dyson Hot+Cool (AM05) heaters
The model number is found above the Dyson logo on the product information sticker on the base.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response