NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 28, 2007
Release #07-227

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 984-3311
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Ceramic Heaters Recalled By Lasko; Heaters Could Pose A Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Lasko Ceramic Heaters

Units: About 1.2 million

Manufacturer: Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.

Hazard: The heater's cord can overheat where it enters the base of the
unit, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Lasko has received 28 reports of failed power
cords, including six reports of minor property damage. No injuries
have been reported.

Description: This recall involves Lasko ceramic heaters manufactured
in 2005. Model numbers included in the recall a 5132, 5345, 5362,
5364, 5420, 5532, 5534 and 5566. Model numbers are located on the
bottom of the unit or at the rear of the base of the heaters.

Sold at: Major retailers, home centers and discount department stores
nationwide from September 2005 through April 2006 for between $20 and
$50.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and
contact Lasko to receive a free replacement heater.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lasko at (800)
984-3311 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.Laskoproducts.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07227.html