Dyson recalls one million heaters over fire risk

British company Dyson is recalling one million heaters as fears grow about their fire risk.

Customers worldwide have been urged by Dyson on their website to return the affected products to them for a 'free engineering fix' according to sources at the Mail Online.

If you own a slim line AM04 and AM05 heater model then Dyson are keen for the product to be voluntarily recalled for safety reasons after a 'small number' short circuited causing a small internal fire.

The Dyson website stated that 'Out of a million heaters sold worldwide, we know of a small number which have short-circuited resulting in a small fire contained within the machine'.  They went on to say 'There have been no instances of injury or property damage, but safety is our first priority'.

The Wiltshire based company employing more than 3,600 staff worldwide was founded in 1992 with Dyson now selling vacuum cleaners and hand dryers in over 50 markets.

The news comes as Dyson introduced a 'near silent' update to its bladeless fan earlier this month, with the company claiming this model is quieter than a buzzing mosquito.  Originally released in 2009, the original Air Multiplier fan has benefitted from the expertise of no less than 65 Dyson engineers ensuring the new model is now 75 percent quieter.

The Dyson CEO, Max Conze is keen to reinforce the safety record of the machines saying "we have sold a million heaters around the world; we have seen a small number short circuit, which in four cases resulted in burning – it's four too many".

If you own a Dyson AM04 or AM05 heater you should check out www.dysonrecall.com for further instructions.

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