Lasko Box Fans recall: Fire Hazard
Lasko Recalls Box Fans Due To Fire Hazard
Why was Lasko Box Fans recalled?
An electrical failure in the fan's motor poses a fire hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Lasko to receive a free fused plug safety adapter. Contact: For additional information, contact Lasko toll free at (800) 233-0268 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.laskoproducts.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Box fans
- Company
- Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
- Quantity
- About 4.8 million units
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers nationwide from July 2002 through December 2005 for between $12 and $25.
- Recall date
- March 24, 2011
- Incidents / injuries
- Lasko has received seven reports of fires associated with motor failures, including two house fires and one barn fire, resulting in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves Lasko box fans with model numbers 3720, 3723, and 3733 and Galaxy box fans with model number 4733 that have date "2002-03" or "2003-04" stamped on the bottom of the metal frame. "Lasko" or "Galaxy" is printed on the front of the fan. The model number is either stamped or printed on the bottom of the fans.