Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published October 15, 2026
Scotch TL1302Z Thermal Laminator Recall: Fire Hazard
3M recalls Scotch TL1302Z thermal laminators due to fire risk. Stop using immediately for a full refund by cutting the power cord and submitting proof.
3M Company is recalling Scotch TL1302Z thermal laminators because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Consumers have reported units smoking, melting, and catching fire. You should stop using the device immediately and contact 3M for a full refund. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1501456-3m-company-recalls-scotch-thermal-laminators-due-to-risk-of.
“Scotch TL1302Z Thermal Laminator Recall: Fire Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 21, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1501456-3m-company-recalls-scotch-thermal-laminators-due-to-risk-of. Based on CPSC recall #11022 (https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/3M-Company-Recalls-ScotchTM-Thermal-Laminators-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-Hazard).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Oct. 15, 2026, that 3M Company is recalling Scotch™ thermal laminators due to a fire hazard from overheating. Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact 3M for a full refund.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Scotch
Product: Thermal Laminators
Model number: TL1302Z
Sold online at Amazon.com from June 2024 through September 2026
What to do
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled thermal laminators immediately and contact 3M Company to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/, confirm that their laminator is included in the recall and upload a photograph of the laminator with the unplugged power cord cut. The refund, in the form of a check, will be mailed to the consumer upon receipt of the completed form and confirmation that the laminator's power cord has been cut.
The hazard
The recalled thermal laminators can overheat, posing a fire hazard. According to the CPSC, the firm has received 63 reports of the laminators smoking, melting and overheating, including five reports of the laminators catching fire and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Frigidaire Minifridges with Fire/Burn Hazard (2026-01-15), Belkin Power Banks & Charging Stands Recall (2025-11-13) and Cooluli 10L/15L Minifridges Recall (2026-08-13).
How to tell if you have this one
Check the sticker on the bottom of your laminator for model number TL1302Z. The unit is light gray/white with gray accents, has "Scotch" printed in gray on the front, features a ~13-inch wide slot, and includes a carrying handle on the right side.
Brand
Scotch
Product
Scotch™ Thermal Laminators
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop using immediately
Unplug the laminator from power right away to prevent overheating or fire.
Cut the power cord
Physically cut the unplugged power cord off the device as part of the recall process.
Register for refund
Fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/ and upload a photo of the laminator with the cut cord.
Dispose of unit
Discard the recalled laminator according to local and state laws governing electronics recycling.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled thermal laminators immediately and contact 3M Company to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/, confirm that their laminator is included in the recall and upload a photograph of the laminator with the unplugged power cord cut. The refund, in the form of a check, will be mailed to the consumer upon receipt of the completed form and confirmation that the laminator's power cord has been cut. Consumers should dispose of the recalled laminator in accordance with local and state laws governing electronics recycling.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
GovInfoNow listed this recall 1 day after the agency date.
1CPSC announced the recall
2Added to GovInfoNow
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact Scotch
We’ve drafted a message you can send Scotch to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 11022 — Scotch TL1302Z Thermal Laminator Recall: Fire Hazard
Hello,
I own a Scotch TL1302Z Thermal Laminator Recall: Fire Hazard that is covered by recall 11022 from Scotch.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled thermal laminators immediately and contact 3M Company to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/, confirm that their laminator is included in the recall and upload a photograph of the laminator with the unplugged power cord cut. The refund, in the form of a check, will be mailed to the consumer upon receipt of the completed form and confirmation that the laminator's power cord has been cut. Consumers should dispose of the recalled laminator in accordance with local and state laws governing electronics recycling.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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