CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Fan-Forced Mini-Personal Heaters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-11-23 · 05056
Hazards
Fire hazard if an electrical failure leads to overheating and melting of plastic parts.
Recall
Number
05056
Date
2004-11-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Lakewood MPH-25 fan-forced mini-personal electric heaters
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Lakewood Engineering & Manufacturing Company of Chicago, Illinois
Retailer(s)
Retailers nationwide from August 2001 through November 2004 for about $13 to $15.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The electric heater is a small white plastic heater with these dimensions: 6 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.