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Product Recall Number: 04-094

Why was Lasko Space Heaters, Model 5500 and Model 5700 recalled?

The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn, and shock hazard.

Lasko Space Heaters, Model 5500 and Model 5700
Here's product recall specific data for Lasko Space Heaters, Model 5500 and Model 5700.

  • Product Recall Number: 04-094

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2004-03-03

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Lasko Space Heaters, Model 5500 and Model 5700

  • Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 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.Name of product: Space HeatersUnits: 186,000Distributor: Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.Hazard: The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn, and shock hazard.Incidents/Injuries: Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries reported.Description: 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.Sold at: Retailers such as Dollar General and Sam's Club stores nationwide from July 2001 through December 2003 for between $40 and $50.Manufactured in: Model 5500 - China; Model 5700 - PortugalRemedy: 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 firm's website at www.laskoproducts.com/recall_heaters.html for more information and to determine if their heater is involved in the recall.

  • Hazard Description: The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn, and shock hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Replace

  • Units: 186000

  • Incidents: Four consumers reported burned and detached power cords. No injuries reported.

  • Remedy: 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.

  • Sold At: Retailers such as Dollar General and Sam's Club stores nationwide from July 2001 through December 2003 for between $40 and $50.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.

  • Manufactured In: Model 5500 - China; Model 5700 - Portugal

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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