Safety regulator, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters
Recall 04094 · Mar 4, 2004 · Lasko Products Inc.
186,000
units affected
186,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 04094
- Date
- Mar 4, 2004
- Company
- Lasko Products Inc.
- Units affected
- 186,000
- Product
- Space Heaters
- Product type
- Electric Heaters
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark gray vents, surrounded by a bronze trim. The model number is located on a label under the round base. The Model 5700 heater is an oil filled radiator-type heater. The model number is located on a label on the side of the heater, near the right front wheel. The name "Lasko" is printed near the top of both heaters.
What can happen
The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries reported.
- Sold at
- Retailers such as Dollar General and Sam's Club stores nationwide, from July 2001 through December 2003, for between $40 and $50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled space heaters?
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.
What is the 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.