RECALL: Lasko Ceramic Heaters
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 |
RECALL: Lasko Ceramic Heaters
"Greg" wrote in message ... 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 Take a look at the CPSC site. They are ripping Chinese products apart. Chairs, tires, toys, food, etc. |
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