CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Fan-Forced Mini-Personal Heaters
Reported: November 23, 2004 Initiated: November 23, 2004 #05056
Product Description
The electric heater is a small white plastic heater with these dimensions: 6 x 7 x 3 inches. It has a gray grill and a gray knob. The Lakewood logo appears in gray letters on top of the heater. The model number "MPH-25" is embossed or appears on a sticker label on the bottom of the heater.
Reason for Recall
Fire hazard if an electrical failure leads to overheating and melting of plastic parts.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug, disable, and discard them. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Details
- Units Affected
- About 18,000
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The electric heater is a small white plastic heater with these dimensions: 6 x 7 x 3 inches. It has a gray grill and a gray knob. The Lakewood logo appears in gray letters on top of the heater. The model number "MPH-25" is embossed or appears on a sticker label on the bottom of the heater.. Recalled by Lakewood Engineering & Manufacturing Company of Chicago, Illinois. Units affected: About 18,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Fire hazard if an electrical failure leads to overheating and melting of plastic parts.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug, disable, and discard them. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 23, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05056.
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