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🧸 Product FR April 18, 2024

franelec — chauffage soufflant 2000w

produit non conforme et dangereux risque d'incendie.

📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
franelec — chauffage soufflant 2000w
📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
Franelec — 2000W fan heater Hazard: fire. Non-compliant and dangerous product, fire risk. Stop using the product immediately.
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This alert was reported 833 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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72 days in total
May 19, 2026 July 30, 2026
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What is this? This is a small electric heater made by a brand called franelec. It is a 2000-watt “blower” heater.

What's happening? The heater does not meet safety rules and can start a fire.

Does this affect me? If you own or use this franelec 2000-watt blower heater in France, you are at risk.

**What should I stop using it right away and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell from smoke or fumes.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: appareils électriques, outils · Category: appareils électriques, électroménager · Hazard: incendie · produit non conforme et dangereux risque d'incendie. · À faire: ne plus utiliser le produit

First published
April 18, 2024
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/14382/interne

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is this product recall alert about?
franelec — chauffage soufflant 2000w. Franelec — 2000W fan heater Hazard: fire. Non-compliant and dangerous product, fire risk. Stop using the product immediately.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 18, 2024 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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