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CPSC, Lasko Products Inc. Announce Recall of Space Heaters

Date: March 4, 2004
Company: Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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 Products

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.

Why Was This 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.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.

Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa. has 5 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report