Aquarium Heaters (Top Fin) – Electrical Shock Risk (2015)
Electrical problem with aquarium heaters can pose fire or shock risk.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters
Brand
Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of China is recalling Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters. The hazard is: An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the con. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold between August 2014 and April 2015 with model numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. "Top Fin Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. The lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China." All lot numbers are included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
An electrical problem with the aquarium heaters, poses a risk of fire or electrical shock to the consumer.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026