Lasko Recalls Box Fans Due To Fire Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-03-24). Hazards: fire. Models: 3720, 3723, 3733, 4733. About 4,800,000 units in the US.

Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number	`11183`
Published	2011-03-24
Last updated	2016-04-28
Product category	Fans
Products	Box fans
Firm named in the title	Lasko
Firms	Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa. (manufacturer)
Manufactured in	United States
Units (US)	4,800,000
Model numbers	`3720`, `3723`, `3733`, `4733`
Hazard classes	fire
Remedy classes	repair, stop use
Sold	Mass merchandisers nationwide from July 2002 through December 2005 for between $12 and $25.

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.

Hazard

An electrical failure in the fan's motor poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Lasko to receive a free fused plug safety adapter.

Incidents and 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.

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