Lasko Recalls 1.2 Million Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Lasko is recalling about 1.2 million ceramic heaters because the power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and contact Lasko for a free replacement.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with six reports of minor property damage, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' under the Severe (4) classification.
Plain-English summary
Lasko Products Inc. is recalling approximately 1.2 million ceramic heaters manufactured in 2005. The affected model numbers are 5132, 5345, 5362, 5364, 5420, 5532, 5534, and 5566. These heaters were sold at major retailers, home centers, and discount department stores nationwide from September 2005 through April 2006 for between $20 and $50. The heaters were manufactured in China.
The recall is being issued because the heater's power cord can overheat where it enters the base of the unit, which poses a fire hazard to consumers. Lasko has received 28 reports of failed power cords, including six reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Lasko to receive a free replacement heater. For additional information, consumers can contact Lasko at (800) 233-0268 anytime or visit the company's website at www.Laskoproducts.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Lasko Ceramic Heaters
- Manufacturer
- Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
- Hazard
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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