Thousands of space heaters sold on Amazon are being recalled due to electric shock and fire risks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The approximately 7,780 recalled Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters had “JUL24″ or “AUG24″ date codes and “TYPE VH2″ printed on the underside of the heater.

Vornado recalled about 7,780 whole room heaters due to a power cord issue that can pose electric shock and fire hazards.

Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas, is recalling about 7,780 of its VH2 Whole Room Heaters due to electric shock and fire hazards. According to the U.S. Consumer Protection Safety Commission, the heater’s power cord can partially detach from the heater enclosure, which can lead to cord damage over time, posing electric shock and fire hazards.

Thousands of Vornado space heaters sold on Amazon have been recalled amid concerns over possible "electric shock and fire hazards," according to the company.

American-made space heaters that were exclusively sold on Amazon have been recalled due to electric shock and fire hazards.

The recall involves Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters with a "JUL24" or "AUG24" date code and "TYPE VH2" printed on the silver rating label on the underside of the heater. The heaters are off white and have thermostatic temperature control,

With cold temperatures sweeping the nation, many turn to space heaters for warmth. However, a recent recall of over 7,000 Vornado space heaters sold on Amazon highlights the potential risks. Here’s everything you need to know about what the recall involves and how to stay safe with space heaters.

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A space heater sold on Amazon is being recalled due to the potential to cause an "electric shock," resulting in a fire hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday.

Thousands of Vornado space heaters sold on Amazon have been recalled for possible electric shock and fire hazards, the company said. The issue with the recalled units, marketed as V2 Whole Room Heaters,

Vornado Air recalled thousands of its space heaters due to a serious safety issue that could lead to electric shock or fire. On Jan. 16, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall affecting about 7,780 affected units that need to be replaced.