Heat Hero has recalled approximately 20,000 portable mini heaters because they can overheat, smoke, and catch fire. There have been 117 reports of overheating, including 47 units smoking and 10 catching fire, two of which caused property damage. These 350W black ceramic heaters were sold online at Shop.buyheathero.com between October 2018 and March 2019 for about $35 to $45. Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and contact Heat Hero for a free replacement unit including shipping.
The internal components of the heater can overheat during operation, leading to the device smoking or catching fire. This defect presents a significant risk of fire and burns to consumers and their property.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Heat Hero for a free replacement unit, including shipping. Heat Hero is contacting all known purchasers directly
Recalled Heat Hero portable mini heater – side view
Recalled Heat Hero portable mini heater – front view
Recalled Heat Hero portable mini heater – top view
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