CPSC2011-02-08
Lasko Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due To Fire Hazard
Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Hazard
An electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free replacement heater.
Sold at
The Lasko Model 5540 was sold at Sam's Club and other retailers from September 2002 through early 2004 for $39 to $49. The Air King Model 8540 was sold primarily through the maintenance, repair and operating products supply company, W.W. Grainger Inc. from late 2002 to 2004 for approximately $80.00
Affected count
About 107,500 units
Injuries reported
Lasko received a total of 36 reports of the electrical connection overheating with no reports of injury. There were 18 reports of minor burn damage to floors or carpets
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Portable electric heater
Consumer contact
Consumer Contact: For additional information and pictures of affected models, visit Lasko's website atwww.Laskoproducts.com, or call Lasko anytime, toll-free at (800) 233-0268.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Lasko-Recalls-Portable-Electric-Heaters-Due-To-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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