CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Space Heaters
Units: 186,000
Distributor: 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.
Incidents/Injuries: Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries
reported.
Description: There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The
recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark
grey 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.
Sold at: Retailers such as Dollar General and Sam's Club stores
nationwide from July 2001 through December 2003 for between $40 and $50.
Manufactured in: Model 5500 – China; Model 5700 – Portugal.
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.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Lasko Products toll-free at (800)
233-6373 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at
www.laskoproducts.com/recall_heaters.html for more information and to
determine if their heater is involved in the recall.