Recall: Great Innovations Recalls Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)
Description: This recall involves Air Innovations branded Ultrasonic Clean Mist humidifiers with mood lights. Model number MH-407 and date code MX1342, MX1343, MX1344, MX1344, MX1345 or MX1346 are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the humidifier. The recalled humidifiers are 15 inches high and were sold in four colors: black, silver, red and blue. A mood light button and the words "Air Innovations" are on the front of the one-gallon humidifiers. QVC item number V32459 is printed on the packing slip shipped with the humidifier.
Name of product: Ultrasonic Clean Mist Humidifiers
Units: About 70,000
Manufacturer: Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
Hazard: Water can enter the base and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled humidifiers, unplug them and contact Great Innovations for a repair kit. Great Innovations is contacting known consumers directly by mail.
Recall date: September 03, 2014
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 100 reports of overheating resulting in reports of smoke and burning odors. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: QVC TV during January 2014 and online at QVC.com from December 2013 to February 2014 for about $55.
Importers: Great Innovations LLC, of Miramar, Fla
Manufactured in: China
Consumer contact: Great Innovations toll-free at (844) 600-1370 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.greatinnovations.tv and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Recall number: 14-750