Over 2 million garment steamers sold in the U.S. and Canada were recalled Thursday after it was found they can spew hot water while heating or during use, posing a burn hazard.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall involves Steamfast, Vornado and Sharper Image steamers. Many of the recalled products were sold at Bed Bath & Beyond, Walmart or Amazon and cost between $14 and $35.
The announcement comes after the commission received 122 reports of hot water spraying or spitting from the nozzle. The number includes 23 reports of burn injuries.
In addition to the 2 million recalled steamers, 13,000 were sold in Canada.
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The impacted model numbers include:
- Steamfast model numbers SF-425, SF-435, SF-440, SF-445, and SF-447
- Vornado model number VS-410
- Sharper Image model number SI-428
The steamer’s brand name appears on the side of each unit and a label located on the bottom of the steamer includes the model number.
CPSC advises anyone with a recalled steamer to stop using it immediately and contact Vornado for a refund or free replacement steamer. To reach the company, call 888-240-2786 or visit www.vornado.com/recalls/hhgs.
