Biddeford electric blankets and sheets

56 reports to CPSC, the latest made Dec 18, 2025. A report isn’t a recall.

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56reports to CPSC
Dec 18, 2025the latest report was made
Aug 2, 2011the earliest
7with the company’s comments

Brand: Biddeford
Makers: BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC and Sears Holdings Management CorporationMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Electric blankets and sheetsCPSC’s product type: Electric Blankets or Sheets (code 132), in Furniture, Furnishings & Decorations: Bedroom, Bedding & Bath

Other ways the reports write the brand (5)

“Biddeford Blankets”, “BIDDEFORD BLANKETS”, “Biddeford Textile Corp”, “Biddford” and “Biddleford”

By month

3 reports from January 2025 to December 2025; the most in December 2025, 1. 53 earlier reports, since August 2011, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
December 2025	1
February 2025	1
January 2025	1
December 2024	1
May 2024	1
March 2024	1
January 2024	1
November 2023	1
January 2023	1
November 2022	2
January 2022	1
November 2021	2
May 2021	1
November 2020	1
February 2020	1
December 2019	1
November 2019	1
September 2019	1
January 2019	1
November 2018	2
April 2017	1
December 2016	3
May 2016	2
January 2016	2
October 2015	1
April 2015	1
March 2015	3
February 2015	1
January 2015	3
December 2014	1
November 2014	1
April 2014	1
February 2014	1
July 2013	1
May 2013	2
March 2013	1
September 2012	1
April 2012	1
February 2012	1
December 2011	2
October 2011	2
August 2011	1

How badly anyone was hurt

Seen by a doctor or nurse 2 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
First aid 2 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
Hurt, no treatment 7 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
No one hurt 42 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury
Not said 2 CPSC: Unspecified

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 18, 2025, sent to the company Dec 23, 2025, published by CPSC Jan 12, 2026

The product, in the report: Queen sized electric blanket: Product details: Manufacturer: Biddeford Blankets Model: OBF03 Voltage: 120V AC Tracking number: P264CJ2023902

An electric blanket manufactured by Biddeford Blankets ignited and burned through during normal use. The blanket developed a burn hole and caused charring and scorch damage to bedding underneath. The incident presented a serious fire hazard while the product was in use. No injuries occurred, but the outcome could have been catastrophic if it had gone unnoticed.

Model
Model: OBF03
Serial number
P264CJ2023902
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Nov 2, 2023
Where
Hudson, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 56, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20251218-0FD85-2147325433. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No incident, no one hurt
Made Feb 18, 2025, sent to the company Feb 24, 2025, published by CPSC Mar 10, 2025

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric throw. Red and black plaid fleece material

I have been using an electric blanket. Last night just as I was going to bed, I took the blanket from where I was using it while I was sitting in a chair and carried it into the bedroom and spread it onto the bed. I then plugged it in and noticed that the light on the switch that indicates it is on was not lit as expected. I then noticed that the plastic housing of the switch was melted and deformed with a hole developed. I unplugged the cord and was thankful that I had noticed it. It surely was a high risk for a fire while I slept. The product is an electric blanket./ throw. The size is slightly smaller than a twin. The brand is Biddeford. I have owned it for approximately 4 years. Prior to last night, it appeared in excellent condition with no signs of wear. I was personally using the product. I am a 55 year old Physician. The product was being used daily for the last 3 months. It was used in bed as the topmost covering or under a comforter; also Covering my lap while sitting in a chair. Thankfully there were no injuries. I feel very lucky I saw the damage when I did.

Model
TC13W1 from switch , OTC blanket label
Serial number
W116Hi4447921
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Nov 12, 2020, about then
Where
Stillwater, Oklahoma: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 55, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20250218-C3D01-2147333100. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 11, 2025, sent to the company Jan 15, 2025, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2025

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric blanket controller. TC13B1-T, 130 watts, 120V AC, E224829 Biddeford Electric Blankets US PAT# 5, 861, 620

Biddeford electric blanket controller melted and almost caught fire. I was using the blanket while sitting on my couch watching television. No personal injuries. The controller was laying on my recliner beside my leg.

Model
TC13B1-T
Where
WEST COLUMBIA, South Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20250111-CE8B8-2147333968. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 12, 2024, sent to the company Dec 16, 2024, published by CPSC Jan 2, 2025

The product, in the report: Plush Electric Blanket

Biddeford electric blank model TC13W1 controller got hot, smoked and became hotter as long as it was left on. Plastic case was becoming hotter without apparent bounds. Inspection shows very burned PCB at the site of the fabricated multi-contact switch on the contact. I assume that the contact resistance became bad enough to dissipate more heat than the FR4 could take. I have a BSEE degree. This is a dangerous design. We were lucky that the plastic case did not ignite.

Model
TC13W1
Serial number
Lot No 170421-EA
Where
Midlothian, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20241212-C6D30-2147334666. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 7, 2024, sent to the company May 24, 2024, published by CPSC Jun 10, 2024

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket, grey, full/double size. The writing on the tag of the blanket is: Model: 0BF02. Tracking Number: [REDACTED]. The controller has Lot no: 370913-9B. It was purchased at Kohls

The item is an electric blanket. The product turned on when it wasn’t supposed to (it was in the off position) and heated my bed to an unsafe level. The heat woke me up. The next day, the controller was completely broken.

Model
0BF02
UPC
unknown
Serial number
0259GD2021504
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Dec 1, 2012
Where
Dillsburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 61, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20240507-FAE13-2147339340. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Mar 19, 2024, sent to the company Mar 20, 2024, published by CPSC Apr 3, 2024

The product, in the report: Blue heated blanket Twin Jumeau

I was severely burned by the heating blanket

Model
0BF01
UPC
5003333
Serial number
K141HJ2020526
Where
Indianapolis, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20240319-1F45E-2147340264. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 2, 2024, sent to the company Jan 5, 2024, published by CPSC Jan 23, 2024

The product, in the report: A king size dual control electric blanket.

Electric blanket melted and scorched. My husband smelled burning rubber/electrical smell and we checked the plug and it was very hot.

Model
0BF04
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Oct 1, 2019, about then
Where
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 67, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddleford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20240102-862AB-2147343066. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 4, 2023, sent to the company Nov 7, 2023, published by CPSC Nov 22, 2023

The product, in the report: Heated mattress pad

Biddeford Heated Electric Mattress Pad controllers stopped working. Also shock from 1 controller. Biddeford will not address this problem

Model
A Heated Mattress Pad
UPC
00657812163289
Serial number
TC16BO
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Nov 23, 2022, about then
Where
Massillon, Ohio: Unspecified
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20231104-4E7F8-2147344202. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 24, 2023, sent to the company Feb 10, 2023, published by CPSC Feb 27, 2023

The product, in the report: Heated electric blanket

Caller stated that while the blanket was in use he smelled a burning odor, he noticed that the controller was emitting smoke. He immediately unplugged it to prevent a fire. He stated that it was in use for about 3 hours when the incident occurred.
Caller stated that he filed a report with the company online and will contact them later by phone. Caller feels that if he was not present at the time this could have caused a house fire and that this should be reported.

Model
tc16b0
Serial number
lot#180422db
Bought from
Target, New York
Bought
Dec 3, 2022
Where
Plattsburgh, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(3/3/2023) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: Protection Circuit Activation. The consumer’s described event is likely attributed to the product’s designed, and third-party evaluated, protection circuit detecting an abnormality like physical damage or elevated temperature, within the heating system. Such protective operation would result in loss of power to the product and may generate a noticeable smell and/or temporary light smoke being exhausted from within the controller.
Biddeford Blankets does not believe this complaint reasonably supports that the product contains a defect that increases risk of fire or shock, nor does the complaint support that the product creates an unreasonable risk of death or injury.
Please note, this response is based upon the information provided/gathered when evaluating the received CPSC complaint; no investigation was conducted upon the physical product in question. The product is Listed and has follow-up services to maintain that Listing, by independent third-party laboratory ETL, to voluntary safety standards UL 964: Electrically Heated Bedding and CSA C22.2 No. 101: Electrically Heated Bedding Appliances for Household Use.
As subset to the above Listing investigation by ETL, the controller is additionally investigated by them to UL and CSA 60730-1: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 1: General Requirements, and UL and CSA 60730-2-9: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 2-9: Particular Requirements for Temperature Sensing Controls.

CPSC report 20230124-208A5-4077461. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 23, 2022, sent to the company Dec 27, 2022, published by CPSC Jan 11, 2023

The product, in the report: Biddeford Heating Blanket King Size

I purchased a brand new Biddeford heating blanket today 11/23/2022. I plugged the two units in, turned them on to verify the on and off functions as well as the different settings all worked properly. I turned the units OFF and noticed a smell of hot electrical smoke about 30 minutes later and found both units smoking and extremely hot. These units units would have certainly caused a fire if I was not close enough to smell the smoke.

Serial number
W355HI1024903
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Nov 23, 2022
Where
Lake Havasu City, Arizona: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Age 37, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/19/2023) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: Without receiving the product or further information for our investigation, it is difficult for Biddeford Blankets (Biddeford) to comment upon the complaint using the limited information provided. Though a direct investigation of the product was not performed, Biddeford Blankets was able to discuss the event with the consumer; Biddeford has performed an indirect investigation of the incident based upon the consumer statements to us and the information documented by the CPSC under the above investigation reference.
OBP is Listed and has follow-up services to maintain that Listing, by independent third-party laboratory ETL, to voluntary safety standards UL 964: Electrically Heated Bedding and CSA C22.2 No. 101: Electrically Heated Bedding Appliances for Household Use.
As subset to the above Listing investigation by ETL, the controller is additionally investigated by them to UL and CSA 60730-1: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 1: General Requirements, and UL and CSA 60730-2-9: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 2-9: Particular Requirements for Temperature Sensing Controls.
Upon investigation of the described event and pictures provided, one picture shows what looks to be smoke residue upon the top of the controller housing surface; the consumer stated there was smoke around the controller(s). No deformity or damage to the controller housing was evident in the pictures or mentioned by the consumer.
The most probable source of this amount of smoke residue if provided from the controller(s), would be from a damaged input capacitor. The design of the controller housing would have allowed any vented smoke to escape between the housing body and control knob body, which would have then fallen onto the top surface of the controller(s).
The consumer also stated this event occurred to both controllers at the same time (short period). The controllers are designed to be individual items controlling individual parts of the heated bedding and they are not part of the same electrical system for the bedding; they are independent.
The event reportedly occurred with two individual controllers at the same time, and the most likely component of the controller damaged during the event was an input capacitor for each controller. This would most likely point to an issue with the power supplied to the controllers from the consumer’s power grid, not an electrical issue or incorrect operation of the product itself.
In summary, based upon the complaint information provided by the consumer and within the CPSC documents, Biddeford Blankets does not believe this complaint reasonably supports that the product contains a defect that increases risk of fire or shock, nor does the complaint support that the product creates an unreasonable risk of death or injury.

CPSC report 20221123-83064-2147352417. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 21, 2022, sent to the company Dec 1, 2022, published by CPSC Dec 15, 2022

The product, in the report: 30”x60” red checkered electric throw blanket

Electric blanket stopped working. Opened the controller and found two resistors charred and a jumper wire open due to over current. In addition, the single fuse, which appears to be electronically tied to the resistors, did not fail.

Model
OTG (blanket), TC131W1-2 (circuit board)
Serial number
lot# 521221-EA (circuit board)
Bought from
Walmart, Washington
Bought
Sep 16, 2022, about then
Where
Roy, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20221121-F2BFF-2147352463. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Jan 21, 2022, sent to the company Jan 25, 2022, published by CPSC Feb 8, 2022

The product, in the report: tan twin size Biddeford electric blanket

My daughter’s electric blanket started on fire this morning.

Model
0BP01
UPC
do not have box
Serial number
W074HI1020700
Bought from
Walmart - Sartell MN
Bought
Oct 21, 2021, about then
Where
saint cloud, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 13, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/14/2022) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: Without receiving the product or further information for our investigation, it is difficult for Biddeford Blankets (Biddeford) to comment upon the complaint using the limited information provided. Though a direct investigation of the product could not be performed, Biddeford Blankets was able to discuss the event with the consumer; Biddeford has performed an indirect investigation of the incident based upon the consumer statements to us and the information documented by the CPSC under the above investigation reference. OBP is Listed and has follow-up services to maintain that Listing, by independent third-party laboratory ETL, to voluntary safety standards UL 964: Electrically Heated Bedding and CSA C22.2 No. 101: Electrically Heated Bedding Appliances for Household Use. As subset to the above Listing investigation by ETL, the controller is additionally investigated by them to UL and CSA 60730-1: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 1: General Requirements, and UL and CSA 60730-2-9: Automatic Electronic Controls – Part 2-9: Particular Requirements for Temperature Sensing Controls. The user injured their hand by contact with the heated bedding or bed sheet when getting up from the bed after smelling smoke. Professional medical support was not sought and no medical claim has been received by Biddeford Blankets. The injury was reportedly treated by a layperson using an over-the-counter remedy. The heated bedding was significantly “bunched”. This can allow the heating wire to cross over itself multiple times; increasing the heat in that area. Bunching also hinders normal heat transfer from the bedding surface since its fabric material is folded over upon itself multiple times. This significant bunching is evident in the photos supplied to Biddeford Blankets by the consumer and the CPSC. Multiple short run creases are visible around and through the two visually damaged portions of the heated bedding. These creases are evidence of multiple intersecting short folds (bunching) in the heated bedding, set in place by heat. The larger visually damaged area of the heated bedding shows charring and heating wire damage caused by heat. The other smaller visibly damaged area of the heated bedding also shows charring, but no significant damage to the heating wire passing through that area; this area’s damage was transfer from the first mentioned larger area above. Likewise, the bed sheet shows two similarly located areas of transferred heat damage matching that of the heated bedding, and some others. Not only was the heated bedding itself significantly bunched, but the bed sheet was intertwined with it. In summary, based upon the complaint information provided by the consumer and within the CPSC documents, Biddeford Blankets does not believe this complaint reasonably supports that the product contains a defect that increases risk of fire or shock, nor does the complaint support that the product creates an unreasonable risk of death or injury.

CPSC report 20220121-34011-2147357893. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 12, 2021, sent to the company Dec 13, 2021, published by CPSC Dec 28, 2021

The product, in the report: queen size electric blanket

10/18/2021: The blanket was being used and it singed the top sheet the first night and burned a hole in the same sheet the next night. The burn resembled a cigarette hole and the consumers do not smoke. Upon this discovery, they discontinued use of the blanket.
The blank was used daily, approximately 8 hours each night. There were no injuries.
(10/2021) The consumer’s wife sent an email to the manufacturer, but never received a reply.

Model
0BP03
Bought from
Walmart, Oregon
Bought
Oct 13, 2021
Where
Medford, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20211112-68631-3491570. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 8, 2021, sent to the company Nov 9, 2021, published by CPSC Nov 24, 2021

The product, in the report: Electric Blanket with auto shutoff, twin size,

Resident was using a Biddeford electric blanket, Model # OBO01. Reported that the blanket got really hot while using it on a couch, so he turned it down and went to another room. Was alerted to smoke by a nearby detector. Went in to see the blanket and part of the couch on fire(approx. 4’ flames). No injuries. Fire department called to confirm no extension and documented.

Serial number
Tracking #V312HI1020903
Where
Wayne, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/24/2021) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: Without receiving the product or further information for our investigation, it is difficult for Biddeford Blankets (Biddeford) to comment upon the complaint using the limited information provided. For the purpose of this response, Biddeford will not question the complaint’s description that the user turned down the heat setting of the blanket when they felt it “got really hot” during use on a couch, prior to the user leaving the room and coming back due to a smoke alarm and then seeing a flame upon the blanket and couch.
Due to the blanket being on the floor, the damage to the couch, and the burn pattern of the carpet around the pooled blanket, Biddeford understands the last photo of the complaint to be after the user most likely removed the blanket from the couch to address the said fire. This photo does not illustrate the placement of the blanket in contact with the couch during the incident/use.
After further review of the photo, Biddeford has determined this “couch” is a recliner style couch. Of particular note, damage to the recliner is clearly evident at the soft folding material located above the padded leg-rest, having damage (or material transfer) to the folding mechanical assembly shown under it. Damage to the under-seat construction/padding is also evident, as well as the side of the couch nearest the referenced leg-rest.
Of further note are the apparent copper colored strands extending/spiraling out of the center of damaged area of the blanket on the floor. These are the four copper conductors of the wire harness between the controller and the heated blanket. Though these strands appear to be multiple and extend outward of a central location, they are in-fact the same continuous four strands looped/coiled over themselves multiple times.
Due to the user’s complaint that they were on the couch and then got up to go to another room, the amount of damage shown at the folding portion of the recliner leg-rest, and the damage to the coiled wire harness along with its location at the center of the blanket’s visible damage, Biddeford concludes that the most likely scenario is that the user damaged the conductors of the wire harness and blanket when getting off the recliner and folding the leg-rest back in place when leaving for the other room. Such damage can lead to sparking and overheating of the product’s conductors.
Per the industry accepted and applied safety standard UL 964, “Electrically Heated Bedding”, which this product design has been evaluated to comply with via third-party Intertek (ETL), the label on the bedding is required to advise the user not to “tuck” the bedding’s wires. You can see part of that required label wording on the complaint’s first photograph of the blanket’s label. Further, the oversized font safety information section provided in the start of the instruction manual contains multiple references to similar statements, and even specifically calls out not to use the product with recliners and furniture subject to movement.
In summary, based upon the information provided within the complaint, Biddeford Blankets does not believe this complaint reasonably supports that the product contains a defect that increases risk of fire or shock, nor does the complaint support that the product creates an unreasonable risk of death or injury.

CPSC report 20211108-738F2-2147358882. Submitter: Local Government Agency Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 1, 2021, sent to the company May 5, 2021, published by CPSC May 19, 2021

The product, in the report: Queen sized Biddeford electric blanket. Model Obp03, tracking number S123GI1023902.

We were using a Biddeford electric blanket and noticed burns that went through our sheets, mattress pad and onto the mattress itself. The burns also went through our bedspread. We also purchased a twin sized blanket for our son. Although we’ve not seen burns on his blanket we have stopped using it.

Model
Obp03
Serial number
S123GI1023902
Where
Rome, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 52, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210501-0A752-2147364406. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 10, 2020, sent to the company Dec 8, 2020, published by CPSC Dec 22, 2020

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket Microplush king size gray plush

I purchased a king sized electric blanket from Target last night, I put it on my bed, plugged in both sides, turned on both sides to confirm both sides warmed up. Turned off one side in about 2 minutes. Slept with the other side on, turned it off in the morning. About 2 hours later, happened to step into my room to take a phone call and heard a buzzing noise that instantly got louder, I walked around to investigate and the remote portion on the side that was only used for 2 minutes was buzzing/popping and the made a loud popping/explosion type sound, I immediately reached down to unplug it. The remote was extremely hot to the touch as I picked it up and i dropped it, the whole room smelled horrible, like melting plastic/rubber/chemicals. I briefly plugged it into another outlet and it was dead. But the outlet i had it plugged into was fine, I plugged other things into it subsequently and no issues with their operation.
I returned the item tonight to Target and they told me to notify the manufacturer.

Model
TC16B0 0BG04
UPC
657812168888
Serial number
330820-DB V212K D2034902
Bought from
Target.com picked up in store
Bought
Nov 9, 2020
Where
Riverside, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 3, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(12/22/2020) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: Without receiving the product for investigation, it is difficult for Biddeford Blankets to comment upon the complaint. Biddeford will not question the complaint description of a “buzzing” sound and a “pop” from the controller, followed by a “smell”, as these are issues that can occur with most electrical devices having input protection/filtering against bad electrical supplies; transient voltage protection and across the line capacitors come to mind. Biddeford Blankets will comment that though the complaint stated the controller was “hot”, there was no noted external material damage from the heat, nor note of damage/disfigurement to the controller housing itself, and the user felt the product was capable of being plugged into another supply outlet. At this time, Biddeford Blankets would deduce from the complaint supplied, that there was no risk of fire or shock.

CPSC report 20201110-84050-2147368191. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 9, 2020, sent to the company Mar 5, 2020, published by CPSC Mar 19, 2020

The product, in the report: Red throw blanket electric heated sold at Walmart befor Christmas

Two months ago I bought a Biddeford electric blanket at Walmart for $20 . While I was sleeping the blanket started smoking where the plug connects to the blanket. I took the blanket outside to get the smoking blanket to a safe place and I could see the plastic connector was melted.

Model
TC13W1
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Dec 15, 2019
Where
Tucson, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 43, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200209-6806B-2147374926. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 27, 2019, sent to the company Jan 31, 2020, published by CPSC Feb 14, 2020

The product, in the report: Biddeford Heated Microplush Throw. It has 6 heat settings and an auto-shutoff feature. The model number is OTJ and the tracking number listed on the package is U222GE 4462928. Size 50” x 62”. It is gray and white plaid and the packaging is labeled Throw Jetee.

My son received a Biddeford Heated Microplush Throw for Christmas. It has 6 heat settings and an auto-shutoff feature. The model number is OTJ and the tracking number listed on the package is U222GE 4462928. This item was purchased at Target. After the first night of my son using this blanket, there were burn marks on the blanket as if it was about to catch fire while he slept. I have photos of the burn marks and the packaging.

Model
OTJ
UPC
657812165351
Serial number
U222GE 4462928
Bought from
Target
Bought
Nov 28, 2019
Where
GASTONIA, North Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 13, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20191227-D3A44-2147375761. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 10, 2019, sent to the company Dec 13, 2019, published by CPSC Dec 31, 2019

The product, in the report: Biddenford heated Comfort knit throw 50”x 62” I think the first purchased in IL, second in MO

I recently purchased 2 Biddenford electric throw blankets from Wal-Mart upc 5781216367. I exchanged the first as it would not power on. The second has melted plastic on the controller after 1 use of a couple hours on high. It no longer powers on, thankfully I guess since I would have burned in my sleep. I am a truck driver so incident location was in the sleeper.

Model
Heated comfort knit throw
UPC
5781216367
Serial number
Mphwm6-19
Bought from
Walmart, Missouri
Bought
Nov 9, 2019
Where
stapleton, Alabama: Other
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20191110-8772C-2147376655. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 20, 2019, sent to the company Oct 25, 2019, published by CPSC Nov 15, 2019

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric blanket controller Tc 16bo 120v 180 watts Us pat#5,861,610 Lot 330813-Da

My Biddeford electric blanket started smoking as I was on the couch. Fortunately I saw it smoking and I wasn’t asleep. I also looked it up and it appears Biddeford electric blankets have been recalled in the past for fire hazards. I don’t want someone to get hurt by this product since it’s a fire hazard.
LOT NUMBER: 330813-DA

Model
TC16B0
Where
Chattanooga, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 39, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190920-19247-2147377566. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 29, 2019, sent to the company Feb 6, 2019, published by CPSC Feb 22, 2019

The product, in the report: electric blanket

Biddeford Electric blanket caught on fire while my mother was in bed with it on. It burned the blanket, sheets, mattress pad, mattress and box spring. We reported this to the company the day after it happened. The Model # is0BF03 Tracking number: [REDACTED]. As requested I sent the blanket to the company in a label they provided, After I laid out the blanket, it was evident a wire from the plug in section of the blanket is where the fire took place, I could feel the wire from the burn exposed piece and followed it back to the plug inside the blanket. We are trying to negotiate with the company for monetary damages and I have asked them about a recall as well as requesting the blanket be preserved.

Model
0BF03
Serial number
Q001CJ202370O
Bought from
Kohls, Connecticut
Bought
Mar 19, 2017, about then
Where
Stratford, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 70, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Parent
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190129-BB89D-2147383029. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 25, 2018, sent to the company Dec 20, 2018, published by CPSC Feb 7, 2019

The product, in the report: Auto Off Biddeford electric blanket.

My daughter plugged in her “Auto Off Biddeford Blanket” and went to sleep last night. She woke up in the morning at her regular time and the blanket controller was melted. It had not shut off automatically and had burned up. Luckily it was on top of the blanket and not under and it did not start a fire...but it could’ve burned or killed her and my other daughter sleeping in the same room or caught our entire house on fire and all 6 of us who were sleeping.

Model
TC1480
Serial number
E224829
Bought from
gift
Where
Pleasant Hill, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 16, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20181125-E329E-2147384180. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 20, 2018, sent to the company Dec 20, 2018, published by CPSC Feb 14, 2019

The product, in the report: biddeford blanket - throw 100% polyester model OTJ tracking number 0100CD4463793

I was sitting upright in a dining room chair at my computer with blanket plugged into a nearby wall outlet. The blanket was draped across the front of my chest and shoulders and across my lap. I heard a pop and sizzle sound as white smoke started pouring out of the electrical connector on the blanket. No injuries, just really bad smell, as the plastic melted.

Where
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20181120-516E7-2147384253. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 28, 2017, sent to the company Jul 5, 2017, published by CPSC Jul 19, 2017

The product, in the report: Biddeford Sherpa/velour electric throw- purchased at Target a few months ago

I am writing to report a melted handle on an electric blanket. I purchased the product a few months ago at Target. It is a Biddeford Electric velour/sherpa throw and I bought it on clearance. I was using it to help warm up my bed last week, and probably used it 10-15 times before this occurrence. I fell asleep with it on top of my bedspread so I don’t know for sure where the handle ended up. When I woke up in the morning, it was a bit scrunched up at the end of the bed and super hot. I couldn’t turn it off because the handle had melted and it wouldn’t allow me to push the off button. I am reporting this because it felt much hotter than it did before I went to bed. In addition, I have used electric blankets my entire life and I have never had a handle melt on me. I am very concerned that this could happen to other people and burn them or cause a fire. I will be provided the same copy of this email to Target and if I can locate the company, I will try that as well. Please let me know if you need additional information.

Model
OTV
UPC
RN#101111
Serial number
R187GDE4496908
Bought from
Target, Virginia
Bought
Feb 3, 2017, about then
Where
Burke, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 40, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170428-929D2-2147403932. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 22, 2016, sent to the company Jan 3, 2017, published by CPSC Jan 26, 2017

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric blanket with digital thermostat. Lot # 250615-CB

I purchased a digital electric blanket from JCPenny about a year or 2 ago. The electric blanket hasn’t worked properly since the day I got it. Sometimes when I would turn it on, it would immediately display the error code and sometimes it would work for a while and then error out. Since I just used it to preheat my bed in the wintertime, it wasn’t a big priority for me to pursue the warranty to have it repaired or replaced. As time has gone on, once the error code came on, I would turn off the blanket but sometimes the wires would continue to heat up making the bed too hot. I then took to unplugging the blanket if this happened. The other night I had turned on the blanket, it errored out so I turned it off. I was busy doing other things when I smelled something awful. I immediately unplugged the blanket and removed it from my bed. It smelled of burned plastic or wires or something. Yesterday I removed the backing from the digital thermostat to discover the circuit board has a burned spot on it. If I had not been in the room at the time this had happened, I fully believe that it would have started a fire, destroying my bedroom.

Bought from
JCPenny, Oklahoma
Bought
Dec 20, 2014, about then
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161222-84ABD-2147409047. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 19, 2016, sent to the company Feb 27, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2017

The product, in the report: electric throw blanket

(12/18/2016) The consumer adjusted the temperature and discovered that the controller was hot. The plastic controller is starting to melt.
The consumer stated that he has had the product for about 5 years.

Model
0102M2061T-CJN
Where
Amityville, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 5, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161219-4F388-1616184. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 16, 2016, sent to the company Dec 27, 2016, published by CPSC Jan 11, 2017

The product, in the report: Queen Size warming/electric blanket

Blanket over heated and caught fire... would have been worse had I NOT had a working smoke alarm.

Model
Electric Warming Blanket Mode OBF03
Serial number
P191CJ2023700
Bought from
Gift/Kohls
Where
Unspecified: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Age 53, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20161216-55D32-2147409291. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made May 26, 2016, sent to the company Jun 3, 2016, published by CPSC Jun 17, 2016

The product, in the report: Biddeford Heated Microplush Blanket, color indigo size twin.

I purchased this Biddeford blanket December 2015. It has been washed according to label. On 5/26/15 my husband woke to the smell of smoke. He then woke me up and I discovered my blanket had burned in 4 spots and had started to burn my quilt. The blanket was set on 1( lowest level of power)

Model
Obg01
Serial number
Q298gd2030537
Bought from
Target
Bought
Dec 10, 2015
Where
Tulsa, Oklahoma: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 25, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20160526-3D535-2147418298. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 21, 2016, sent to the company May 31, 2016, published by CPSC Jun 14, 2016

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket, believe size twin. Model#OBF02, Lot#310715-9B, Tracking Number [REDACTED]. I had already given the burnt blanket to Kohl’s, but we got this informaton on the identical blanket that we bought for my other son at the same time (different color). Kohl’s has the damaged blanket.

My husband and I woke up at 3AM to a burning wire / plastic smell. After some investigation, the Biddeford electric blanket that I purchased for my 8 year old son was melting as he was sleeping. It burned holes in the blanket itself, sheets and charred his mattress pad and mattress. We bought 2 of these blankets from Kohl’s for Christmas, so they were only used for 5 months.
When we saw the blanket was overheated, the display showed “E”, which usually meant error (like it was disconnected from the blanket). When we touched his bed, it was burning up in a spot at the foot of his bed. When we pulled back his comforter, the blanket had melted onto itself a pile with exposed wires blackened by bits of the blanket.
We removed all electric blankets from all our beds, then I photographed the damage in the morning. I was shocked at the damage. My sons feet were inches from melted plastics and electrified wires. His mattress, mattress pad, sheet and comforter were damaged. The blanket got so overheated that the color from his sheets and comforter transferred to the blanket itself and appeared “bleached” in the spots that got overheated. We have always been careful monitoring their use of electric blankets, not leaving them on for too long, not keeping them on high, etc., but for a blanket less than 5 months old that originally retailed for $120, this is very scary.
I left a message for Biddeford this morning and returned the blankets to Kohl’s, talking to [REDACTED], the store manager. She helped me file an incident report with Kohl’s and I am expecting a return call from their corporate office by Tuesday. I am so thankful that our 2nd grader was not injured and hope that others have not experienced this or more critical injuries. This could have caused a bed fire, house fire or caused critical injury to our family. Very scary. We will never use an electric blanket again.

Model
OBF02
Bought from
Kohl’s, California
Bought
Nov 27, 2015
Where
Pleasanton, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 8, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160521-DA32B-2147419400. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Jan 21, 2016, sent to the company Feb 2, 2016, published by CPSC Feb 18, 2016

The product, in the report: Biddeford Blankets Blue - Full -Micro plush heated blanket

Purchased Electric Blanket at Khols on 12/8/15 12/25/15 - opened the Biddeford blanket and turned it on Christmas night. On 12/26/15 - My daughter(13 years old) woke up and was screaming her leg was on fire. When we rushed in there was a 3 inch burn on the inside of her Knee from the Blanket. We have taken my daughter to the doctors for the burn and have all documentation.
Biddeford - Heated Micro plush Blanket - Full Khols tag - 2021-922288-516 bar code -6 57812 1 4470

Model
Biddeford - Heated Microplush blanket
Serial number
2021-922288-516
Bought from
Khol’s, New Jersey
Bought
Dec 8, 2015
Where
Stanhope, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 13, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

CPSC report 20160121-A29B5-2147424472. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 5, 2016, sent to the company Mar 10, 2016, published by CPSC Mar 24, 2016

The product, in the report: Heated blanket Throw

Caller stated that the electric blanket controller melted and started a fire in her daughter’s bed. She was able to put some water on it to contain the fire. Caller stated that the blanket might have been plugged in for a few hours, there were no flames but the controller was extremely hot.
Caller stated that this blanket was gift for Christmas 2015.
The manufacturer was not contacted as yet.
Caller is concerned that this blanket is a fire hazard and should be recalled.

Model
OTJ
UPC
0302g1446525
Bought from
Gift/Target, California
Where
Medina, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160105-040D2-1543731. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 11, 2015, sent to the company Oct 20, 2015, published by CPSC Nov 3, 2015

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric throw blanket plush tan.

I have the Biddeford electric throw blanket TC13B-T Model OTH Tracking # P221CJ4450700 that I got in Dec of 2014 so it is less then a year old. I noticed it was only heating part of the blanket one day , then tonight it was starting to get really hot and when I went to turn it down the controller was so hot I could hardly touch it and it smelled like burning wires. I quickly unplugged it. Will not be using it anymore! I see others on here had the same one with the same issue.

Model
blanket OTH tracking # P221CJ4450700 controller TC13B1-T
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Dec 19, 2014
Where
GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20151011-D5D62-2147427633. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 28, 2015, sent to the company Jun 11, 2015, published by CPSC Jun 25, 2015

The product, in the report: Electric Blanket Size: Twin Color: Blue Biddeford Blankets 300-302 Terrace Drive Mundelein, IL 60060 800-789-6441 Tracking number - [REDACTED]

The consumer stated that he has an implantable defibrillator/pacemaker device (manf: [REDACTED]). The consumer has had the device for about 20 years. He stated that the doctors have always told him that electric blankets are okay to use with the device.
The consumer stated that his medical device was picking up electrical interference since he purchased the blanket. It caused the device to charge up twice in Jan 2015. The consumer related the issue with his device to the blanket about 2-3 months ago.
The consumer contacted the manf of the blanket. They informed him that their product could not be used with such medical devices. The consumer stated that the blanket does not have any warnings on it.
The consumer also contacted the manf of his medical device. They informed him that a properly working electrical blanket will not interfere with their medical devices.
The consumer stopped using the blanket and the interference stopped as well.
The consumer has seen his doctor in regards to this. The doctor informed the consumer that the device charged up twice and that could have led to him suffering from a cardiac arrest.

Model
Twin electric blanket Model - OBG01
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Target, Illinois
Bought
Apr 28, 2014, about then
Where
Justice, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150428-6769E-1481423. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Mar 21, 2015, sent to the company Mar 30, 2015, published by CPSC Apr 20, 2015

The product, in the report: Micro plush heated blanket. Twin sized. I had purchased two different colors for my kids. The packaging said it had a 10 hour auto shut off and 10 heat settings, was machine washable and had a 5 year warranty. We only were able to take them out of the packages and use once each.

I had purchased two of the twin sized electric blankets from Target store for my children. The first one stopped working the first night it was used, and we thought it was just defective. When we went to use the second one, it was plugged in to a household outlet and as soon as it was turned on, we smelled a burning smell. When we looked at the controller, it was smoking. We immediately unplugged the unit. Later, we smelled the other controller, and it also smells of burned wiring.

Model
Micro plush heated blanket twin
UPC
657812144806
Bought from
Target, Michigan
Bought
Feb 9, 2015
Where
Bay city, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 14, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20150321-B2EEF-2147434374. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 19, 2015, sent to the company Mar 27, 2015, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2015

The product, in the report: Biddeford plush electric blanket, queen size, dual remotes, in denim color

I bought the Biddeford plush queen size electric blanket with two remotes in the denim color November 2013 from Kohls. A week ago I noticed a yellowish/greenish discolored area on the underside of the cover when I was changing the sheets on the bed, but thought maybe the covers underneath somehow discolored the electric blanket. Tonight I put something down on the bed and it was hot to the touch even though it was off but plugged in. I noticed two big green/brown patches on the cover on opposite ends as well as discoloration throughout the blanket that was all very hot. If I had not been home tonight I’m certain it would have started a fire.
This cover was very lightly used. There is no reason why it would do this. I will call the company but based off of what others said I’m doubtful much will be done.
The model number is OBF03. Tracking number is 06 (written in) N1941T-CDN

Model
OBF03
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Nov 25, 2013
Where
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150318-A3A0F-2147434437. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Mar 19, 2015, sent to the company Mar 27, 2015, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2015

The product, in the report: Biddeford electric throw. Model OTJ. Tracking number 0232CD4460703. Plug in cord info, # TC13B1-T

I have been using the Biddeford warming throw for two winters, this being the second. I was settling down to watch tv and turned on the blanket, within minutes, I felt a burning hot spot. I pulled the blanket away from me sparks flew and an acrid smoke came from the blanket plug in. The hot spot is on the cord portion that plugs into the blanket. Needless to say, very scary.

Model
OTJ
UPC
N/A
Serial number
0235CD4460703
Bought from
Gift
Bought
Dec 15, 2013, about then
Where
Sheboygan, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 62, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20150319-2E082-2147434419. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 8, 2015, sent to the company Feb 18, 2015, published by CPSC Mar 12, 2015

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket

I bought a Biddeford electric blanket from Kohl’s a couple of years ago for a young friend of my daughter’s. It caught fire the other night while she was sleeping! I’m horrified. I’m horrified to see that it’s an ongoing problem for many years but that these dangerous products were still for sale not too long ago! I am so thankful she is okay.

Bought from
Kohl’s, Virginia
Bought
Nov 19, 2013, about then
Where
Aldie, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 20, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Friend / Neighbor / Co-worker
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150208-67828-2147435609. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 29, 2015, sent to the company Feb 26, 2015, published by CPSC Mar 20, 2015

The product, in the report: Electric Heating Blanker. Size: Twin Color: Dark Brown USPAT: E224829 Lot # 390912-1B

The consumer stated that she plugged in the blanket and turned it on. The consumer stated that she saw a spark in the wiring and heard crackling sound.
The consumer stated that a fire started in the wire immediately.
The consumer pulled the plug out of the socket.
The consumer left a message for the manf at 1-800-789-6441 on 1/29/15.
There are no recalls on this blanket.

Model
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Target, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jan 29, 2014, about then
Where
Warrington, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150129-5CB9D-1465524. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 23, 2015, sent to the company Feb 23, 2015, published by CPSC Mar 10, 2015

The product, in the report: Dual Heated Micro Plush Electric Blanket Color: Taupe Size: Queen Tracking # [REDACTED]

The consumer stated that she went to bed with the blanket under her bed sheet. The consumer went to pull up the blanket and the sheet and noticed that the blanket was sparking. The consumer stated that the blanket was sparking all over not just in one part. The consumer jumped out of the bed and took the blanket off of the bed. The consumer stated that she unplugged the blanket immediately. The consumer stated that the blanket was running on low (heat setting at 4/5) and had it on for about 2 hours before this incident happened.
The consumer stated that she called the company on 1/23/15 at 800-789-6441. The consumer spoke to a representative about the incident. The representative stated that they have gotten similar complaint about their blankets. The consumer asked if there was a recall on her blanket. The consumer was informed that there is no recall on this blanket. The representative asked the consumer to ship back the blanket for their inspection purposes. The consumer was informed that she would receive a replacement blanket. The consumer did not want a replacement blanket unless it was a different model/style.
The consumer was informed by the company representative that they will have their engineers check the blanket out when they receive it. The representative informed the consumer that they will put a recall on these blankets if they receive more complaints.
The consumer stated that she will hold onto the blanket in case anyone from CPSC wants to see if for inspection purposes.
P.S.- They never sent the consumer a different blanket

Model
OBFO3
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Kohl’s, Massachusetts
Bought
Nov 1, 2014, about then
Where
Randolph, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150123-B73A2-1464118. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 18, 2015, sent to the company Jan 30, 2015, published by CPSC Feb 13, 2015

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket

My wife had the electric blanket on high. I came home from playing hockey around midnight and smelled smoke. I unplugged my side of the blanket and noticed that the blanket was nearly on fire. We managed to short out three of these same blankets produced by this brand in the span of a week.
We tested the blanket as requested by the manufacturer and the same thing happened again - smelled smoke. This time we were awake so immediately unplugged it.

Model
0BG04
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
0148GJ2034584
Bought from
Target
Bought
Mar 17, 2014
Where
Bedford, New Hampshire: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 41, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150118-18406-2147436352. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 16, 2014, sent to the company Jan 23, 2015, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2015

The product, in the report: Electric blanket

Caller stated that the blanket almost started a fire because the socket that the wires was plugged into melted and started emitting smoke. He immediately unplugged it to prevent a fire. The incident occurred approximately 30 mins after it was plugged in. He has used it several times before and had not experienciend any prior incident.
The manufacturer was not contacted.
Caller feels that the blanket is a fire hazard and should be reported.

Model
lot#140412-3a
Serial number
e-224829
Bought from
K-mart, Arizona
Bought
Dec 25, 2013
Where
Phoenix, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by Sears Holdings Management Corporation
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/23/2015) Sears Holdings Management Corporation: Sears Holdings takes product safety issues very seriously. We investigate each CPSC database incident report. We encourage our customers to provide additional information about incidents to our Customer Care Network, by calling 800-549-4505.

CPSC report 20141216-79B14-1447850. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Nov 22, 2014, sent to the company Dec 2, 2014, published by CPSC Dec 23, 2014

The product, in the report: Biddford Heating Blanket Microplush

I bought a Biddford Electric blanket several months ago. I was laying on the couch 2 days ago and saw smoke coming from below my feet. I jumped up and fell over the ottoman right then the cord burst into flames! I slapped at it to put it out and was electrocuted before getting it unplugged. Now Biddford will not return my call. My couch would have caught fire if I wasn’t in the room and my whole family was in the house. Needless to say I’m a little upset and would appreciate a response from Biddeford!

Bought from
Kohls, Missouri
Bought
Nov 13, 2014, about then
Where
Lees summit, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 36, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20141122-21B20-2147438620. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 1, 2014, sent to the company Jun 4, 2014, published by CPSC Jun 18, 2014

The product, in the report: full size, electric blanket

The consumer was using the electric blanket when she noticed that the temperature stayed really hot to the point that she had to turn it off using the control’s on/off button. The control for the electric blanket does not work. The consumer tried to lower the temperature by lowering the temperature setting on the control, but the temperature did not go down. No injuries were reported.
The consumer has left messages for the manufacturer but has not received a call back.
It is unknown how long the electric blanket may have been in use at the time of the incident.
The blanket does not appear to be included in any CPSC Recall.

Model
0BP02
Serial number
M1782T-GIN
Bought from
Kmart
Bought
Apr 13, 2013, about then
Where
Bristow, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Textile Corp, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140401-1DBDC-1395297. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 25, 2014, sent to the company Apr 4, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 18, 2014

The product, in the report: Electric blanket (color - tan)

The consumer stated that she woke up from sleep because she felt extra warmth on her leg.
The consumer stated that the cord that goes into the blanket is stuck. The consumer stated that the cord can come off but overheating caused it to be stuck and turn brown.
The consumer stated that when she stretches the blanket out, the bottom portion (near the cord) of the blanket is wrinkly. The consumer stated that you can see the wires run through the blanket.T he consumer stated that the blanket was not like that before.
The consumer will contact the manufacture to see if the product is covered in warranty. The consumer would like a replacement if possible.

Model
06-M1782T-GJN
Bought
Apr 1, 2013, about then
Where
Farmington Hills, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140225-14F75-1388606. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 9, 2013, sent to the company Jul 17, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 7, 2013

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Mattress Pad - King

We began using a king size Biddeford heated mattress pad in the Fall of 2012. The pad worked well for a few months, but then one side began to heat only intermittently. When we removed the pad, we discovered that the cord connecting the power/controller to the pad had a short in it roughly 1” from the mattress pad connector. The short had melted the plastic around the cord and burned a half inch hole in the mattress pad. This short developed without the product having been adjusted or manipulated in any since the initially installation.

Bought from
Kohls, Georgia
Bought
Jan 1, 2012, about then
Where
Sugar Hill, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130709-A8EF8-2147454378. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made May 10, 2013, sent to the company May 20, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 11, 2013

The product, in the report: Dual Controlled Electric Blanket made by Biddeford

We purchased an electric blanket dual control in September 2012, after only having the blanket on the bed a few weeks, we had a fire on November 8th 2012 and lost everything. I had never turned on my blanket but my husband had the night before. My side was not plugged in but all the damage came from my side. The outlet was burnt up on my side but nothing to my husband side. The fire burnt most of his side of the bed. IFIC stated that the H wire showed a small arc damage to three strands in the H wire. This was shown on my side of the bed which stated twice that my side was not plugged in. If my side was not plugged in how could this have started a fire?

Bought from
K-Mart
Bought
Sep 1, 2012, about then
Where
Elliott, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20130510-30CA9-2147456246. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made May 6, 2013, sent to the company May 13, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 4, 2013

The product, in the report: Biddeford Plush Full Size Electric Blanket

Bought Biddeford Plush Full Size electric blanket for a friend as Christmas gift on 12/19/2012. Friend called that on 5/4/2013 the blanket switch had melted from the heat and that it appeared that the blanket stayed overly hot most of the time rather than shutting off or cooling down. This is a fire and safety hazard that needs to be addressed.

Model
Biddeford Plush Electric Blanket
Bought from
Kohls
Bought
Dec 19, 2012
Where
Belmont, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20130506-46A31-2147456365. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Mar 12, 2013, sent to the company Mar 20, 2013, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2013

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electirc Blanket UPDATE 3/25/13: off of blanket #OBGO10 IT LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER 1 AT THE END OF NUMBER, BUT IN A DIFFERENT INK 1280 1T-GDN OR G0N

Burn on Left Knee Scar still there. I have pictures and emails to back up my claim. Nothing was done by biddeford to recall these dangerous blankets.

Model
Biddeford
Bought from
JcPenney
Where
Hancock, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 44, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

CPSC report 20130312-66D83-2147457933. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 26, 2012, sent to the company Oct 4, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 26, 2012

The product, in the report: Electic Controller to a Biddeford Electric Blanket Lot # 380910

On 09/26/2012 I was sleeping and my wife was reading in bed with our King sized electric blanket on. The Blanket was produced by Biddeford Blankets. My wife heard a buzzing noise and smelled smoke at which point and time she noticed that the electric controller for her half of the electric blanket was burning. Fire was contained within plastic shell but visible arcing, flame, and smoke were seen. She woke me up (firefighter by trade). I was able to unplug and extinguish the controller without any further damage (doused it in a sink.) The blanket (itself) did not appear to burn just the control unit. Due to the fact that the fire did not extend beyond the object of origin, the fire department was not called. Therefore, I am hoping that this organization can monitor whether this is a freak or common occurence with this device. The controller is off white with the number 1-H on a single dial. It has Biddeford Auto Off on the face. The lot # was 380910. There was no visible serial #.

Model
Biddeford Auto Off
UPC
unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Target, New York
Bought
Dec 13, 2011, about then
Where
Farmington, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 41, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
Reports CPSC links to it
20121017-58BBC-1278895
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120926-0ECCC-2147463403. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 18, 2012, sent to the company May 10, 2012, published by CPSC May 24, 2012

The product, in the report: Electric blanket in the beige color

The consumer had used the electric blanket on the medium/high setting for an hour when she heard a popping sound. The consumer noticed a orange glow coming from the cord that connects to the controller going into the blanket. After releasing the orange glow was flames she attempted to pat it out with her hands. The consumer then unplugged the cord from the outlet. The consumer noticed scorch marks on the cord that goes into the controller and on the blanket. The consumer has discontinued the use of the blanket and plans to contact the retailer and manufacture. The consumer noticed that there is a automatic shut off feature if the blanket over heats. The consumer states that it did not shut off when the incident occurred.

Model
L2552T-CEN
Serial number
E224829
Bought from
Target, Texas
Bought
Feb 1, 2011, about then
Where
Austin, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120418-7426F-1244138. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 27, 2012, sent to the company Mar 5, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 26, 2012

The product, in the report: ELECTRIC BLANKET

I HAVE THIS BIDDEFORD ELECTRIC BLANKET. IT IS NOT THAT OD, ALTHOUGH I CANNOT GIVE YOU THE EXACT PURCHASE DATE. WHILE IN USE ABOUT 1 MONTH AGO I COULD SMELL SOMETHING BURNING AND SOON AFTER A LITTLE SMOKE, AND THEN REALIZED WHAT IT WAS. I UNPLUGGED IT BUT THEN NOTICED THE CONTROLLER WAS MELTED. I TRIED TO CONTACT THE COMPANY DIRECTLY, BUT THEY ARE IGNORING ME.

UPC
6-57812-11982-8
Where
ST PETERSBURG, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(4/6/2012) BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC: [REDACTED] stated that he e-mailed us on three separate e-mails The 1st and 2nd e-mails were dated 2/21 and the 3rd was dated 2/25. I did e-mail [REDACTED] on March 30th and apologies for our lack of Customer Service.

CPSC report 20120227-AF35C-2147469779. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 28, 2011, sent to the company Jan 5, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 20, 2012

The product, in the report: Electric Analog Heated Mattress Pad

A loud pop was heard when the mattress pad was turned from off to on followed by a shower of sparks. The sparks emanated from the control box and nearly caught the mattress pad on fire. A smell of burnt plastic soon filled the room.
This product is NEW and only used once before.

Model
TC11SA- E224829
Bought from
Target
Bought
Dec 18, 2011
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 18, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20111227-30096-2147471997. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 16, 2011, sent to the company Dec 23, 2011, published by CPSC Jan 17, 2012

The product, in the report: Biddeford Electric Blanket - size Queen, green blanket with dual side controllers that are white with up/down arrows and on/off button. Controller Lot #220408

We tried to use our electric blanket when we noticed that there was smoke coming from the control box. We smelled burnt plastic and saw that the box was black inside.

Bought from
Kohl’s, Pennsylvania
Bought
Dec 19, 2009, about then
Where
Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 40, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20111216-E79DA-2147472293. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 26, 2011, sent to the company Dec 20, 2011, published by CPSC Jan 5, 2012

The product, in the report: Controller for Electric Blanket

Caller’s ordered twin size electric blanket online that was delivered on 10/25/2011. They plugged blanket in to test, were more than satisfied that it heated up w/no problem then turned it off. That evening when they were preparing to retire for the night caller’s husband turned blanket back on to allow it to warm up, however this time the controller to the blanket popped, began smoking and flame up. Flame was just a quick burst, husband turned off immediately.
Caller’s are reporting for public to be made aware and would like controller replaced by manufacturer & at manufacturer expense.

Model
TC12B0
Bought from
JC Penney Online, New Mexico
Bought
Oct 25, 2011
Where
Farmington, New Mexico: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Biddeford Blankets, made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20111026-7D286-1210660. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 11, 2011, sent to the company Dec 16, 2011, published by CPSC Jan 3, 2012

The product, in the report: Electric blanket in the full size

While using the blanket on the setting four the consumer’s husband attempted to pull the blanket back to hop in bed when he noticed flames coming from the wires that connect to the blanket. The unit was then unplugged from the wall outlet.
He immediately unplugged the plug from the wall outlet and the flames went out. A couple hours later when the consumer went to make the bed she noticed that the blanket was still warm to the touch but it was not powered in the on position and not plugged into the wall outlet.
While doing some research online she noticed a recall (see Release #02-003) but noticed that there different model/serial number affected by the recall.
She has not contacted the firm but plan to do so. She contacted the retailer on 10/11/2011 and they offered to allow the consumer to return the blanket. She has not made any further decisions

Model
OBCO202
Serial number
3226ACBN
Bought
Sep 15, 2007, about then
Where
Pueblo, Colorado: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20111011-EA3FE-1207405. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 2, 2011, published by CPSC Aug 24, 2011

The product, in the report: Electric Blanket with two (2) controls.

Bought an Electric Blanket in Target, after just a short time, while in use, I noticed a foul odor coming out of one of the controls: the smell was just like that emanating from an electric short circuit. Disconnected this control and connected the other one, the same thing happened: the same odor came out and immydiatelly disconnected the blanket as considered there was a high risk of having the blanket catch fire or an electric shock. On July 29th I contacted the manufacturer reporting this incident and so far, have not received any reply whatsoever. Consider this incident to be of great significance and steps should be taken to safegurd consumers. I have the blanket with me and have not tried to return it to the store where I bought as this would not be appropiate solution. FYG this is the email sent to manufacturer: “Gentlemen: I bought one of your blankets at my local Target (item 062030136) store. After just a few days of use, felt a smoke odor coming from one of the controls, switched it off and after a few minutes the same type of burt odor came from the other control. The odor can be described as that generated by an electric short circuit. Needless to say, I stopped using the blanket as soon as became aware of the fire or electic shock hazard. For your guidance the control reads: “ TC11BA - 76 PA - 120 V AC - US PAT # 5.861.610 180 WATTS - E 224829 BIDDEFORD BLANKETS LOT NO. 400910 “ Due to the above incident, at this time I am looking for a full refund. Before contacting Target or any consumer agency, wanted to make you aware of this defective product and hope you will take the corrective actions required for the safety of final consumers. Your comments will be appreciated. Truly yours, [REDACTED] I wish to thank CPSC in advance for any action on this matter.

Model
E 224829 - TC11BA
Bought from
Target, Florida
Bought
Jan 11, 2011
Where
Davie, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
made or sold by BIDDEFORD BLANKETS, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20110802-77A8B-2147476629. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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