Vornado recalls heaters in U.S. and Canada due to serious fire hazard risk

Vornado recall overview:

• Who: Vornado Air LLC is recalling approximately 255,000 SRTH Small Room Tower Heaters.
• Why: The heaters pose a fire hazard due to a defect that can cause overheating and potential ignition.
• Where: The recall is effective in the United States and Canada.

Vornado Air is recalling its SRTH Small Room Tower Heaters due to a significant fire hazard. The recall affects around 255,000 units, including eight sold in Canada.

The issue arises from a defect where the fan blade can detach from the motor shaft, leading to overheating and potential melting of the Vornado heater’s enclosure and internal parts. This defect could result in an internal fire if the thermal cut-off or fuse fails to activate in time.

The recall, announced on June 4, involves Vornado heaters sold in black and white, measuring approximately 12.5 inches high and 6 inches in diameter. These units are marked with “Vornado” and a “V” on the front.

The recalled Vornado heaters were sold in two color variants: the black model (EH1-0084-06, UPC 043765008478) and the ice white model (EH1-0084-43, UPC 043765009390). Both products were marketed under the SRTH heater line and share the same design and functionality.

The heaters were sold at various retailers, including Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond and ACE Hardware, as well as online through Vornado.com and Amazon.com, from August 2013 to May 2026. The heaters were priced between $40 and $50, the Vornado recall states.

Eight reported fires prompt Vornado heater warning

The recall notice reports 32 incidents of overheating in the United States, including eight fires and one case of smoke inhalation. Fortunately, no incidents have been reported in Canada.

The recall notice emphasizes that consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and contact Vornado for a refund.

“Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and contact Vornado for instructions on how to submit photos of the product and proof of destruction to receive a full refund,” the Vornado recall notice advises.

The heaters, manufactured in China, were distributed by Vornado Air LLC, based in Andover, Kansas.

Vornado is offering a full refund to affected consumers. Customers are instructed to contact Vornado by phone at 844-205-7978 or visit its website for more information on how to proceed with the refund process.

Vornado reports 32 incidents of overheating, eight fires and one case of smoke inhalation in the United States. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions monitors recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

A couple of years ago, Vornado was hit with a class action lawsuit after a customer claimed the company did not inform her of recalled steam irons; instead, she found the recall referenced on social media.

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