Lakewood Recall of Fan-Forced Mini-Personal Heaters
Lakewood MPH-25 fan-forced mini-personal electric heater.
Date of Recall
2004-11-23CPSC Release Number
05-056Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 18,000Manufacturer
Lakewood Engineering & Manufacturing Company of Chicago, Illinois.Sold By
Retailers nationwide from August 2001 through November 2004 for about $13 to $15.Problem/Hazard
Fire hazard if an electrical failure leads to overheating and melting of plastic parts.Injuries/Incidents
Lakewood is aware of three incidents where the heater failed, causing plastic parts to melt. No injuries have been reported.Description
The electric heater is a small white plastic heater with these dimensions: 6 ½ x 7 x 3 inches. It has a gray grill and a gray knob. The Lakewood logo appears in gray letters on top of the heater. The model number "MPH-25" is embossed or appears on a sticker label on the bottom of the heater.Remedy
Free replacement heater. Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug them, and contact Lakewood to get instructions on how to receive a free replacement heater.Consumer Contact
Call Lakewood at (888) 858-3506 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can visit the company's Web site at www.lakewoodeng.comRecall Comments
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