B&Q recall Heated Propagators

B&Q has identified a potential safety issue with two of its propagator products.

The Verve 42cm Heated Propagator 08643BQ 04084716 and the larger 52cm Heated Propagator 08644BQ 04084723 offered for sale between December 2011 and March 2012 have both been recalled.

The company state that it is the Verve 42cm Heated Propagator (barcode 08643BQ 04084716) and Verve 52cm Heated Propagator (barcode 08644BQ 04084723) which are effected; all other propagation equipment sold by B&Q is unaffected.

“Despite rigorous quality control procedures it has been brought to B&Q’s attention that, in a small number instances, this may overheat when in use. If you have purchased any of these products from B&Q since August 2010 PLEASE STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY and return the product to your local B&Q store where a full purchase price refund will be given. B&Q plc apologise for any inconvenience caused and thanks customers for their cooperation.”

If you would like more information please call the B&Q Customer Services Helpline on (UK) 0800 3890419 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 8.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm).