CPSC recall 11121
Portable electric heater
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-28
On 2016-04-28 the CPSC announced a recall of Portable electric heater by Lasko Products, citing an electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11121 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2011-02-08 |
| Published | 2016-04-28 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Lasko Products |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Portable electric heater | The portable electric tower heaters are 20.5 inches tall x 8.25 inches wide x 9.25 inches deep. They are dark grey with silver front covers and black vent slats. The brand names Lasko or Air King are on the top, center of the front cover. The Lasko Model 5540 and Air King Model 8540 subject to this recall were manufactured in 2002 and have date codes that begin with a "2." The date code is on the label located on the bottom of the unit. The date code is a four-digit number on the bottom left area of the label, above the voltage number. Heaters with date codes beginning with "3" "4" or "5" are not subject to this recall.
Reason
An electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Lasko-Recalls-Portable-Electric-Heaters-Due-To-Fire-Hazard
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