CPSC Recall in 2011: Portable Space Heaters Recalled by PD Sixty Distributor Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-720

Date: February 07, 2011

Product Name:

Recall Description:

The space heater can overheat due to loose electrical connections.

Hazard Description:

"The space heater can overheat due to loose electrical connections, posing a fire hazard to consumers."

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose

Units: "About 3,000"

Incidents:

"The firm has received one report of the heater overheating, resulting in the unit catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported."

Sold At:

"Hancock Fabrics stores nationwide and by America's Sewing Machine Company, of Augusta, Ga. through nationwide direct marketing from October 2008 through March 2009 for between $380 and $480."

Manufactured In:

China