Electric space heaters recalled due to fire, burn hazards

WASHINGTON — Vornado is recalling personal space heaters because of concerns the unit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

The recall involves the VH-101 Personal Vortex, electric space heaters.

The company said it received 15 reports of the heaters catching fire.

The units were sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Home Depot and Target, as well as online.
Vornado is asking consumers to stop using the units immediately and to contact the company for a refund or replacement unit.

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