Sunbeam heated blankets sold between September 2022 and January 2023 are being recalled due to the potential of overheating.
Some 18,000 Sunbeam queen-size heated blankets were sold in Canada, according to the government. The recall involves those with model number 32810027, which were sold with detachable controllers. The model number is printed on the wash label on the blanket.
The recall notice warns that the blanket poses the threat of possibly causing burns or fires.
Get breaking National news
Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
“As of March 8, 2023, the company has received (seven) reports of incidents and no reports of injuries in Canada,” the notice reads.
Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the blanket, unplug it and contact the distributor Star Elite for a full refund.
- Poll suggests PQ referendum pledge cost party majority as Alberta vote fuels sovereignty debate
- Danielle Smith calls for unity after separatism rejected in Alberta referendum
- Championship trophy forgotten by Saskatoon Hilltops to be handed to Regina Thunder
- CFB Wainwright fire victim ‘always there’ for anyone who needed him: family
-
![]()
CFB Wainwright tragedy: CAF knew of nearby grass fire, but didn’t consider it a threat -
![]()
Alberta referendum: Elections official questioned about delays in opening voting locations -
![]()
CFB Wainwright: Hometown of soldier killed in incident reacts to loss -
![]()
Former military commander weighs in on Wainwright tragedy
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.