CPSC2004-03-04
CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters
Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Hazard
The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the heaters, unplug them and contact Lasko Products for instructions on returning the heater to receive a free replacement heater or a product of similar value.
Sold at
Retailers such as Dollar General and Sam's Club stores nationwide, from July 2001 through December 2003, for between $40 and $50.
Affected count
186,000
Injuries reported
Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries reported.
Manufactured in
China, Portugal
Products
Space Heaters
Consumer contact
Consumers can call Lasko Products toll-free at (800) 233-6373 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.laskoproducts.com/recall_heaters.html for more information and to determine if their heater is involved in the recall.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Lasko-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Space-Heaters-Don't want to check this manually?
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