The United Pet Group has issued a recall of about 1.2 million aquarium heaters because they present a possible fire and laceration hazard. According to The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the products recalled are called the Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters. The heaters reportedly have a wiring issue, which can make them prone to overheating, which can subsequently cause the glass of the aquarium to shatter. There have been 38 reports of fires and 45 reports of broken glass. One person reported an eye injury when the heater broke as he held the aquarium.
Defective products are often only recalled after there have been a significant number of complaints to the company and to the CPSC. If you have been harmed while using a product in the manner it was intended, you may be eligible to file an Arizona product liability claim against the manufacturer of the defective product. To increase your chances of a successful claim, there are a number of steps you should take.
If a defective product injures you, you should immediately seek medical attention. It may also be in your best interest to preserve the defective product in its damaged state. Take photos of the product, where the incident occurred, of your injuries and of your injuries as they heal. You should also consider filing a complaint with the CPSC, researching similar issues with the product and then contact an experienced personal injury attorney.
The knowledgeable Phoenix recalled product attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. handle all types of injury accidents involving dangerous or defective products. If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, please contact us at 602-978-6400. Let us help you get the compensation you rightfully deserve. Call us today for a free consultation.
