CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Retailers Announce Recall of Waterless Vaporizers and Aromatherapy Diffusers

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: 06-032

Date: November 16, 2005

Product Name: Vapor-Eze Waterless Vaporizer and Vapor-Eze Aromatherapy Diffuser

Recall Description:

The recalled waterless vaporizers are white plastic with vents. The aromatherapy diffusers are ivory plastic with vents. Both are 5-inches wide by 3- inches high. "Vapor-Eze," and "Waterless Vaporizer" are written on the top of the vaporizer. "Vapor-Eze" and "Aromatic Therapy" are written on the top of the diffuser. Model 1070, 2070 or 3070 and "Juv. Prod's. Corp" are printed on the bottom of the units. UPC Code 015715910701, 015715010008, 000157159104 or 0157150010145 is printed on the packaging.

Hazard Description:

A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 10,000 Vaporizers and 5,000 Aromatherapy Diffusers

Incidents:

There have been reports of 25 incidents involving these products, including at least six fires and two reports of burn injuries. In one incident, a young child was hospitalized with burns to the face and hands and smoke inhalation. In another incident, a consumer suffered a burned foot.

Sold At:

Discount department and drug stores, including Wal-Mart, from June 2005 through September 2005 for about $20.

Manufactured In:

United States