About 2 million Vornado, Steamfast, and Sharper Image Handheld Garment Steamers were recalled after 23 people were burned by hot water.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting handheld garment steamer induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was burned by a Vornado, Steamfast, or Sharper Image Handheld Garment Steamer, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
2 Million Handheld Garment Steamers Recalled for Burn Hazard
In February 2024, a recall was announced for about 2 million Vornado, Steamfast and Sharper Image Handheld Garment Steamers after nearly two dozen people were burned.
What is the Problem?
Vornado recalled the handheld garment steamers after reports of extremely hot water “spraying or spitting from the steam nozzle” when the steamers are heating up or being used. The problem poses a “serious burn hazard to consumers,” according to the recall warning.
How Many People Were Injured?
Vornado said it received 23 reports of people who were burned by a recalled handheld garment steamer. There were also 122 reports of hot water spraying, spitting, or being expelled from the steam nozzle.
How To Identify Recalled Handheld Garment Steamers
The recall involves three brands of handheld garment steamers, including:
- Steamfast Handheld Garment Steamer: model numbers SF-425, SF-435, SF-440, SF-445, and SF-447)
- Vornado Handheld Garment Steamer: model number VS-410
- Sharper Image Handheld Garment Steamer: model number SI-428
Where Were They Sold?
The recalled garment steamers were sold nationwide from July 2009 through January 2024. They were sold at Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other stores, Amazon.com and other websites.
What Should I Do?
Vornado is asking customers to immediately stop using the recalled garment steamers and contact the company for information on how to receive a full refund or a free replacement garment steamer. For more information, visit https://www.vornado.com/recalls/hhgs.
Do I have a Handheld Garment Steamer Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting handheld garment steamer induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was burned by a Vornado, Steamfast, or Sharper Image Handheld Garment Steamer, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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