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Lasko Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due To Fire Hazard

Reported: February 8, 2011 Initiated: February 8, 2011 #11121

Product Description

The portable electric tower heaters are 20.5 inches tall x 8.25 inches wide x 9.25 inches deep. They are dark grey with silver front covers and black vent slats. The brand names Lasko or Air King are on the top, center of the front cover. The Lasko Model 5540 and Air King Model 8540 subject to this recall were manufactured in 2002 and have date codes that begin with a "2." The date code is on the label located on the bottom of the unit. The date code is a four-digit number on the bottom left area of the label, above the voltage number. Heaters with date codes beginning with "3" "4" or "5" are not subject to this recall.

Reason for Recall

An electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

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

Details

Units Affected
About 107,500 units
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Lasko-Recalls-Portable-Electric-Heaters-Due-To-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The portable electric tower heaters are 20.5 inches tall x 8.25 inches wide x 9.25 inches deep. They are dark grey with silver front covers and black vent slats. The brand names Lasko or Air King are on the top, center of the front cover. The Lasko Model 5540 and Air King Model 8540 subject to this recall were manufactured in 2002 and have date codes that begin with a "2." The date code is on the label located on the bottom of the unit. The date code is a four-digit number on the bottom left area of the label, above the voltage number. Heaters with date codes beginning with "3" "4" or "5" are not subject to this recall.. Recalled by Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.. Units affected: About 107,500 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free replacement heater.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 8, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11121.

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