CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Fan-Forced Mini-Personal Heaters
This recall was issued November 23, 2004.
- Posted
- November 23, 2004
- Recall Number
- 05056
- Quantity
- About 18,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
Fire hazard if an electrical failure leads to overheating and melting of plastic parts.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug, disable, and discard them. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
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Incidents & Injuries
Lakewood is aware of three incidents where the heater failed, causing plastic parts to melt. No injuries have been reported.