Lasko Recalls Box Fans

Lasko Products Inc. is recalling about 4.8 million box fans. An electrical failure in the fan's motor poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Lasko has received seven reports of fires associated with motor failures, including two house fires and one barn fire, resulting in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Lasko box fans with model numbers 3720, 3723, and 3733 and Galaxy box fans with model number 4733 that have date "2002-03" or "2003-04" stamped on the bottom of the metal frame. "Lasko" or "Galaxy" is printed on the front of the fan. The model number is either stamped or printed on the bottom of the fans.

Mass merchandisers sold the fans nationwide from July 2002 through December 2005 for between $12 and $25. They were made in the United States.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Lasko to receive a free fused plug safety adapter.

For additional information, contact Lasko toll free at (877) 445-1314 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.laskoproducts.com

Model Number 3720Model Number 3723Model Number 3733Model Number 4733