Oil Filled Electric Heaters Recalled, 70,000 Consumers Impacted

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Lakewood Engineering announced today that 70,000 oil-filled electric heaters are being recalled due to improper welding.

The company and federal agency advise consumers to immediately stop using the heaters.

According to the joint press release, the units are gray-white in color and have the name "Lakewood" printed below the control panel. The affected units also have the model 5101 printed on them.

Lakewood reports that there have been 28 reported incidents, including a burn injury from "spewing oil". Affected consumers should call Lakewood toll-free at (888) 858-3506 to obtain a new heater.

posted by Consumer Help Web Editorial Team at 10:51 AM |