CPSC Recall in 2011: Aquarium Heaters Recalled by United Pet Group Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-202

Date: April 20, 2011

Product Name: Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

A wiring problem can cause the aquarium heaters to overheat or break during normal use, damaging the aquarium and posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers. Overheating can cause the heater to shatter or the aquarium glass to break.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1.2 million

Incidents:

United Pet Group has received 38 reports of fires resulting in property damage and 45 reports of broken aquarium glass. United Pet Group has received one report of a consumer who suffered an eye injury when the aquarium heater forcefully broke while he held it.

Sold At:

Pet stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2004 through February 2011 for between $20 and $300.

Manufactured In:

China and Italy