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TJX Recalls Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls Stores

Note: This recall was previously announced independently on January 17, 2019 by the firm due to the government furlough.

  • Aroma Home USB Heated Hottie heating pads
  • Aroma Home USB Heated Hottie heating pad out of package
Name of Product:
Aroma Home USB Heated Hottie heating pads
Hazard:

The heating pads can overheat during use, posing fire and burn hazards. 

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
March 08, 2019
Units:
About 5,600 (in addition, about 3,600 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact

T.J. Maxx at 800-926-6299 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tjmaxx.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page. Marshalls toll-free at 888-627-7425 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.marshalls.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page for more information.  

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves animal-themed sequined heating pads that are heated by USB connection to a PC, laptop, power bank, car charger or other 5V USB port. The heating pads were sold in four styles: French Bull Dog, Sequin Cat Head, Sequin Fox Head and Sequin Blue Owl. A use and care label bearing the name “Aroma Home” is sewn into the bottom pocket of the heating pad where the USB cord emerges.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the heating pads and return them to any T.J. Maxx or Marshalls store for a full refund. 

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported in the U.S.

Sold At:
T.J. Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2018 through January 2019 for $13.
Importer(s):

The TJX Companies Inc., of Framingham, Mass.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
19-077
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