CPSC Recall in 2013: Family Dollar Stores Recalls Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters Due to Overheating and Fire Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-186

Date: May 08, 2013

Product Name: Portable Heaters

Recall Description:

The brand name Optimus and two temperature knobs appear on the portable electric heaters.

Hazard Description:

The heaters can overheat posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 19,640

Incidents:

Family Dollar Stores has received 10 reports of overheating, including some reports of temperature knobs melting. The firm has not received reports of injury, fire or property damage.

Sold At:

Family Dollar Stores from September 2012 through December 2012 for about $35.

Manufactured In:

China