Who Is Responsible for a Defective Space Heater Injury in Texas?

---

Key Takeaway:

If you’re hurt by a defective heater, you might be able to file a product liability claim against the manufacturer or seller who put the unsafe product on the market.

---

Cold weather in Texas often means space heaters running nonstop. While heaters are meant to keep people warm, a defective unit can quickly become dangerous. Faulty heaters can cause burns, electrical injuries, fires, and serious property damage — sometimes within minutes.

If a heater injured you or someone in your home, you might be wondering whether you have legal options and who can be held responsible.

When Can You File a Claim for a Defective Heater?

Texas law allows injured consumers to pursue a product liability claim when a product is unreasonably dangerous. In heater-related injury cases, a claim may apply if:

• The heater had a defect, such as a design flaw, manufacturing issue, or missing safety warning.

• The defect existed before the heater was sold or used.

• The defect directly caused your injury or damage.

If these conditions are met, the injury is not considered “just an accident.” It may be the result of a product that never should have been sold.

Who Can Be Held Accountable?

Liability for a defective heater often falls on:

• The manufacturer, if the heater was poorly designed, assembled incorrectly, or lacked proper safety warnings.

• The distributor or wholesaler, if they supplied a dangerous product.

• The retailer, in certain cases involving unsafe sales or missing warnings.

Under Texas law, manufacturers are generally responsible for covering damages related to defective products, even when the heater was purchased through a store or online.

Why Heater Injury Claims Can Be Complex

Companies often try to avoid responsibility by blaming misuse, placement, or user error — even when the heater itself failed. Proving that a defect caused the injury usually requires documentation, product details, and a thorough investigation.

That’s why it’s crucial to understand your rights before accepting an insurance or manufacturer’s explanation.

Space Heater Injury? Call Shaw.

If you or a loved one was injured by a defective heater anywhere in Texas, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical bills

• Emergency treatment

• Lost income

• Property damage

• Pain and suffering

• And more

📞 Call Shaw at 800-862-1260 for a free case evaluation with a San Antonio personal injury attorney.
No fees. No pressure. Just expert legal help when you need it most.