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Vornado Air Reannounces Recall of Electric Space Heaters Following Report of Death; Fire and Burn Hazards

Date: August 22, 2018
Company: Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a full refund or a free replacement unit. Options: Refund, Replace

Affected Products

This recall involves Vornado VH101 Personal Vortex electric space heaters sold in the following colors: black, coral orange, grayed jade, cinnamon, fig, ice white and red. The heaters measure about 7.2 inches long by 7.8 inches wide by 7.10 inches high and have two heat settings (low and high) and a fan only/no heat setting. "Vornado" with a "V" behind it is printed on the front of the unit. The model/type "VH101," serial number and ETL mark are printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the unit.

Why Was This Recalled?

The electric space heater can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Menards, Orchard Supply, Target and other stores nationwide and online

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report