CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters

Active Recall Announced March 4, 2004 CPSC #04094

Quick answer

CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters is CPSC recall #04094, announced on March 4, 2004. The CPSC cites the following hazard: There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark gray 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 remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Lasko Products Inc..

Hazard

There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark gray 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.

Affected products

Space Heaters

Recalled brands

Lasko Products Inc.

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.

Recall date

March 4, 2004

Categories

Electric Heaters

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #04094?

CPSC recall #04094 covers CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 4, 2004. The CPSC cites the following hazard: There are two types of heaters involved in this recall. The recalled model 5500 heater is an oscillating ceramic heater with dark gray 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.

What is the remedy for recall #04094?

The CPSC remedy for recall #04094 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Lasko-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Space-Heaters-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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