Online Home Shop recalls electric heated blankets due to fire hazard
Online Home Shop is recalling Electric Heated Blankets due to a serious fire hazard risk and potential electric shock, as the product does not meet safety standards. The affected batch codes include PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, and PO1205.
- Brand
- Online Home Shop
- Product
- Electric Heated Blankets
- Batch codes
- PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, PO1205
- Retailer
- Online Home Shop
- Sold on
- Amazon
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please unplug the electric blanket and discontinue use immediately. Follow the instructions on the Online Home Shop product safety recalls page or contact Amazon for remedies.
Online Home Shop has announced a recall of their Electric Heated Blankets due to significant safety concerns. These blankets pose a serious fire hazard and may also lead to electric shock, as they do not comply with the necessary safety standards. Consumers should be aware of the specific models affected, which include OBEBPOLCL13 and OBEBPOLWH02, along with batch codes PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, and PO1205.
The affected blankets were sold online through the Online Home Shop and Amazon platforms between September 2022 and January 2023. A total of 12 products were sold, with 2 sold on the Online Home Shop and 10 on Amazon. Customers who purchased these blankets should take immediate action by unplugging the product and ceasing its use.
If you bought the blanket from Online Home Shop, you should visit their product safety recalls page for further instructions. For any questions, you can reach out via email or phone. If your purchase was made through Amazon, it is advisable to check your user account for potential remedies related to the recall.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 30 May 2023 Online Home Shop is carrying out a recall of Electric Heated Blankets. The product presents a serious fire hazard risk and may also pose a risk of electric shock as the product does not meet the requirements of the relevant safety standard. The brand is Online Home Shop. The batch codes are PO1712, PO1479, PO1478 and PO1205. The type/number of models ar…
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Frequently asked questions
Is Electric Heated Blankets being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Online Home Shop is recalling Electric Heated Blankets due to a serious fire hazard risk and potential electric shock, as the product does not meet safety standards. The affected batch codes include PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, and PO1205.
Why is Electric Heated Blankets being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Online Home Shop is recalling Electric Heated Blankets due to a serious fire hazard risk and potential electric shock, as the product does not meet safety standards. The affected batch codes include PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, and PO1205.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please unplug the electric blanket and discontinue use immediately. Follow the instructions on the Online Home Shop product safety recalls page or contact Amazon for remedies.
Which batches of Electric Heated Blankets are affected?
The affected batch codes are: PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, PO1205.
Where was Electric Heated Blankets sold?
It was sold via Online Home Shop, Amazon.
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