CPSC Recall in 2014: Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-120

Date: March 05, 2014

Product Name: Duraflame electric space heaters

Recall Description:

The fireplace-looking space heater can overheat, melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items. Property damage reported. 

Hazard Description:

The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

No Remedy Available

Units: About 31,000

Incidents:

Twin-Star has received 32 reports of heaters burning or melting, including eight reports of the units catching fire, one of which resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Farmer's Furniture, Meijer, QVC, R.C. Willey, Ross and other retailers nationwide and online at Maxtool.com between August 2013 through January 2014 for about $60.   

Manufactured In:

China