Lasko Recalls Box Fans Due To Fire Hazard
Approximately 4.8 million Lasko Box Fans are being recalled due to an electrical failure in the fan’s motor poses a fire hazard to consumers. 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.
The fans were sold at mass merchandisers nationwide from July 2002 through December 2005 for between $12 and $25. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Lasko to receive a free fused plug safety adapter.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lasko toll free at (877) 445-1314 anytime or visit the firm’s website at www.laskoproducts.com
Click here to read the full report regarding the Lasko Box Fan recall on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website.
