American-made space heaters that were exclusively sold on Amazon have been recalled due to electric shock and fire hazards.

A space heater sold on Amazon is being recalled due to the potential to cause an "electric shock," resulting in a fire hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday.

With cold temperatures sweeping the nation, many turn to space heaters for warmth. However, a recent recall of over 7,000 Vornado space heaters sold on Amazon highlights the potential risks. Here’s everything you need to know about what the recall involves and how to stay safe with space heaters.