March 4, 2004
Lasko Products is recalling 186,000 space heaters. The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard.
Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries reported.
There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark grey vents surrounded by a bronze trim. The model number is located on a label under the round base. The Model 5700 heater is an oil filled radiator-type heater. The model number is located on a label on the side of the heater near the right front wheel. The name Lasko is printed near the top of both heaters.
The heaters were sold by retailers such as Dollar General and Sams Club stores nationwide from July 2001 through December 2003 for between $40 and $50.
Consumers should stop using the heaters, unplug them and contact Lasko Products for instructions on returning the heater to receive a free replacement heater or a product of similar value.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Lasko Products toll-free at (800) 233-6373 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.laskoproducts.com/recall_heaters.html for more information and to determine if their heater is involved in the recall.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
