Product recall · June 20, 2012

Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard

Recall number 12200 · About 70,500

Hazard: The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.

What to do: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.

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Recalled product: Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
Recall number
12200
Announced
Product
Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
Importer
Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Made in
China
Affected products
This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name "Climate Keeper" and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.
Units
About 70,500
Incidents / injuries
Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.
Sold at
Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.com
Source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12200
Last checked

What to do if you own this product

  • Stop using the product if the notice tells you to.
  • Find the model number, serial number or date code on the product and compare it with the notice.
  • Contact the company using the details above for the refund, repair or replacement.
  • Report an injury or a safety problem at SaferProducts.gov.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database. Recall data last checked against the CPSC database on November 9, 2026. Savings Ahead is not affiliated with the CPSC or the companies named; always follow the official notice. Found a mistake? See our corrections policy.