HIGH RISKRecall Data: February 8, 2024

Steamfast, Vornado and Sharper Image-branded handheld garment steamers

Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kansas

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Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-425

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-425

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-435 (multiple colors)

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-435 (multiple colors)

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-440

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-440

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-445

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-445

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-447

Recalled Steamfast Steamer, Model SF-447

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The recalled garment steamers can expel hot water from the steam nozzle while heating or during use, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled garment steamers and contact Vornado for a full refund or free replacement handheld garment steamer, depending on model.

Consumer Contact

Vornado toll-free at 888-240-2768 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; or online at www.vornado.com/recalls/hhgs or www.vornado.com, www.steamfast.com, or www.sihomecomfort.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves three different brands of handheld garment steamers: Steamfast model numbers SF-425, SF-435, SF-440, SF-445, and SF-447; Vornado model number VS-410; and Sharper Image model number SI-428. The recalled steamers were sold in the following colors: SF-435 (white, black, light pink, hot pink, sage green, orange, and teal blue); SF-425, SF-440, SF-445, SI-428, and SF-447 (white); and VS-410 (black). The recalled steamers are handheld electrical appliances which use hot steam emitted from a nozzle to remove wrinkles from clothing and other fabrics. The steamers' brand name appears on the side of each unit and on a label located on the bottom of the steamer. The model number also appears on the label.

Where was it sold?

Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Vornado.com, sihomecomfort.com, Steamfast.com and other websites from July 2009 through January 2024 for between $14 and $35.

Latest Recall Updates

Quick Facts

Recall Number

24109

Impacted Units

About 2 million (In addition, about 13,000 were sold in Canada)

Incidents/Injuries

Vornado has received 122 reports of hot water spraying or spitting from the steam nozzle, including 23 reports of burn injuries.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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