CPSCFebruary 3, 2011

Sunbeam Products Inc. Convertible Irons recall: Fire Hazard

Sunbeam Products Inc. Recalls Convertible Irons Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bed, Bath & Beyond

Why was Sunbeam Products Inc. Convertible Irons recalled?

The iron can overheat and cause a fire because of a wiring issue, posing a risk of burn injury to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the irons and contact Sunbeam for a free replacement. Contact: For additional information, call Sunbeam at (800) 656-9708 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.sunbeamconvertible.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Convertible Clothes Iron
Company
Sunbeam Products Inc., Boca Raton, Fla.
Quantity
About 5,700
Sold at
Bed Bath & Beyond stores nationwide from June 2010 to November 2010 for about $60
Recall date
February 3, 2011
Incidents / injuries
Sunbeam has received 17 reports of irons overheating and three reports of irons catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled product is the Sunbeam® Convertible Iron with a model number of GCSBRS - 103. It is a blue and gray, hand-held garment iron that converts to a garment steamer. The model number can be found on the bottom of the iron's plastic base. The recalled irons have date codes C235 or C237 imprinted on the blade of the plug and on the bottom of the packaging.

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