Approximately 1,700 ThermalStrike Expedition bed bug heat treatment systems have been recalled because an internal electrical component can break and cause a fire. The affected systems are white, corrugated plastic boxes measuring 31 by 18 by 24 inches with "ThermalStrike" and "Bed Bug Heat Treatment" printed on the front. These units were sold nationwide at pest control distributors and online at Amazon.com between December 2011 and May 2014. Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the system and register for a free diagnostic repair unit.
A flexible electrical conducting strip located at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple uses, which can cause sparking or a fire. There have been four reports of this component breaking, including one reported fire and three instances of the unit sparking.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the Expedition and register their unit online to receive an ASC Diagnostic Unit free of charge. The diagnostic unit will immediately turn off the system when it detects a break in the conducting strip.
ThermalStrike Expedition
ThermalStrike Expedition interior
The electrical conducting strip at the top can break in the corners where it flexes.
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