P3 International Recalls IonizAir™ Air Purifiers Due to Risk of Fire
CPSC recall 08012 · announced October 5, 2007 · Leaven Enterprise Co · 83,000 units affected
The product
The recalled air purifier is a tabletop model that is about 6" x 3 1/2" x 11 1/4". The unit has a removable cartridge with a silver-colored handle. The recall involves model number P4620 with lot numbers beginning with either 03 or 04 or having no lot number. The lot number is located on the bottom of the air purifier. No other models or lot numbers are included in this recall.
The hazard
The air purifier's cartridge can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled air purifier immediately, and contact the firm for a free replacement cartridge.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): P3 has received 10 reports of purifiers melting or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Various retailers nationwide including mail-order and Internet retailers from January 2003 through July 2004 for between $60 and $90.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 734-0449 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.getnewcartridge.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.