Over 500,000 Space Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazards
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Nearly 600,000 GoveeLife and Govee smart electric space heaters sold on platforms like Amazon and TikTok Shop are being recalled due to overheating risks, which have led to seven fires and one minor burn injury. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises consumers to stop using the heaters and contact the company for a refund. The recall affects several models sold between September 2021 and September 2024 in the U.S. and Canada.
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