Home Depot Recalls Soleil Portable Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #13249
Recall Date
2013-07-25
Manufacturer
Shanghai Limach Mfg. Co. Ltd., of China
Units Affected
About 107,000
Products Involved
Soleil portable fan heaters
Hazard
The portable fans plastic housing can melt, deform and catch fire during use, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and return them to Home Depot for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
Home Depot has received 464 reports of the fans melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold At
Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2012 through May 2013 for about $15.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Soleil portable fan heaters with model number LH-707. The model number is printed on the underside of the fan on a sticker. The circular table fans are white plastic and are 1500 watts. Soleil is printed on the center front of the fan. The fans have a thermostat control on the bottom left front and a power and fan speed control on the bottom right front. The fans measure about 8 inches in diameter by 8½ inches tall.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28