CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Holmes Group Announce Recall of Portable Electric Heaters

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2005.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-570

Date: May 04, 2005

Product Name: Portable electric heater

Recall Description:

The recall involves the Holmes model HCH4305 portable electric heaters sold by QVC as QVC Item No. V19768. The model number and date code are located on the bottom of the heater. Recalled heaters have a date code beginning with "33xx" through "39xx".

Hazard Description:

Some heaters have improperly crimped wires which can result in overheating and a potential thermal burn or fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 13,500

Incidents:

Holmes is aware of 19 reports of heaters overheating, melting or charring along the bottom of the heater, including 13 reports of minor property damage beneath the heater. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

The recalled heaters were sold exclusively by QVC via the QVC cable television channel from October 2004 through January 2005 for about $33.

Manufactured In:

China

Custom Label:

Retailer:

Custom Field:

QVC, Inc. of West Chester, Penn.