More than 500K space heaters recalled due to fire risk
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - More than a half-million space heaters have been recalled due to a fire risk.
Govee has announced a recall of approximately 512,500 smart electric space heaters in the United States and an additional 48,600 in Canada due to overheating risks that pose fire and burn hazards. The recall affects GoveeLife and Govee models and H7135, which were sold online from September 2021 through September 2024.
The company said the heaters do not comply with the voluntary industry safety standard, UL 1278, due to issues with wireless control features that can lead to overheating. Govee has received 113 reports of overheating, including seven fires and one minor burn injury.
Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled heaters. To obtain a refund, they should unplug the heater, cut the power cord, and send an image of the destroyed unit, along with the manufacturer's label and SN Code, to GoveeLife or Govee .
Refunds will range from $31.80 to $106.63 for those without an original order number, while consumers with the order number will receive a full refund. The order number can be found in purchase records on online sales channels. For assistance, consumers can contact .
The heaters were available on platforms such as Amazon.com, the Govee Home App, and TikTok Shop, priced between $30 and $150. The importers are Govee Moments Trading Limited and Govee Moments Limited, both based in China.
