TJX Recalls Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls Stores:Recall Date: March 8, 2019
Recall Number: 19-077
Recall Summary Name of product:
Aroma Home USB Heated Hottie heating pads
Hazard:
The heating pads can overheat during use, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: RefundConsumers should immediately stop using the heating pads and return them to any T.J. Maxx or Marshalls store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: T.J. Maxx at 800-926-6299 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at
www.tjmaxx.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page. Marshalls toll-free at 888-627-7425 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at
www.marshalls.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page for more information.
Pictures available here:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/T...usively-at-T-J-Maxx-and-Marshalls-StoresRecall Details Units:
About 5,600 (in addition, about 3,600 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves animal-themed sequined heating pads that are heated by USB connection to a PC, laptop, power bank, car charger or other 5V USB port. The heating pads were sold in four styles: French Bull Dog, Sequin Cat Head, Sequin Fox Head and Sequin Blue Owl. A use and care label bearing the name “Aroma Home” is sewn into the bottom pocket of the heating pad where the USB cord emerges.
Incidents/Injuries:None reported in the U.S.
Sold At:
T.J. Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2018 through January 2019 for $13.
Importer(s):
The TJX Companies Inc., of Framingham, Mass.
Manufactured In:
China