Lasko Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due To Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-585.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-585.
Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free replacement heater.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact The Lasko Model 5540 Was Sold At Sam's Club And Other Retailers From September 2002 Through Early 2004 For $39 To $49. The Air King Model 8540 Was Sold Primarily Through The Maintenance, Repair And Operating Products Supply Company, W.w. Grainger Inc. From Late 2002 To 2004 For Approximately $80.00 or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-585.
Consumer Contact: For additional information and pictures of affected models, visit Lasko's website atwww.Laskoproducts.com, or call Lasko anytime, toll-free at (800) 233-0268.
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The Lasko Model 5540 Was Sold At Sam's Club And Other Retailers From September 2002 Through Early 2004 For $39 To $49. The Air King Model 8540 Was Sold Primarily Through The Maintenance, Repair And Operating Products Supply Company, W.w. Grainger Inc. From Late 2002 To 2004 For Approximately $80.00 Recall FAQ
The Lasko Model 5540 Was Sold At Sam's Club And Other Retailers From September 2002 Through Early 2004 For $39 To $49. The Air King Model 8540 Was Sold Primarily Through The Maintenance, Repair And Operating Products Supply Company, W.w. Grainger Inc. From Late 2002 To 2004 For Approximately $80.00 is the subject of a furniture recall: Lasko Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due To Fire Hazard. The notice was published on February 8, 2011 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 107,500 units are potentially affected.