PetSmart is recalling about 33,000 Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters because they are not properly grounded. This defect can cause consumers to receive an electrical shock when handling the device or interacting with the aquarium water. These black, cylindrical heaters were sold in five different wattages (50W to 250W) at PetSmart stores nationwide. No injuries have been reported, but consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the heaters to receive a full refund.
The heaters are insufficiently grounded, allowing electrical current to leak and posing a direct risk of electrical shock to anyone touching the heater or the aquarium water while the device is plugged in.
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater, unplug it, remove it from the aquarium and return it to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heater
Location of the model and lot numbers on the heaters
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