Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China
- Reason for Recall:
- An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 15167
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