CPSC, Thane International Announce Recall of Perfect Air Ultra™ Air Purifiers
This recall was issued November 9, 2005.
- Posted
- November 9, 2005
- Recall Number
- 06025
- Quantity
- About 35,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
An overheating capacitor in these air purifiers can cause arcing in a connecting wire, which poses the risk of fire.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using the air purifiers immediately and contact Thane for instructions on how to return them and receive a coupon for credit toward other Thane products.
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Incidents & Injuries
Thane has received six reports of incidents involving these air purifiers catching on fire or melting. Thane has also received six units which were returned by customers and show some evidence of melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported.