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The recalled electric heaters have model numbers 797 or 797 DFT, which is stamped on the back of the unit. The Model 797, which is painted white, and the Model 797 DFT, which is painted gray, have a control panel with temperature and wattage selections. The rounded, metal units also have the word, "/////Lakewood" printed on the control panel. Injuries: CPSC and Lakewood have not received any reports of incidents. This recall was conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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CPSC
CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Electric Heaters
⚠ The electrical connections inside of the heater can become loose, causing the heater's metal frame to become energized. This poses a serious electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, disable and discard them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Sold at: Retailers nationwide, including Wal-Mart and Kmart, sold the heaters, between October 2000 and February 2002, for about $30.
Manufacturer: Lakewood Engineering & Manufacturing Co., of Chicago, Ill.
Consumer ContactThe firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
NHTSA
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing — SEAT BELTS
⚠ A seat belt assembly that extends further than intended may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Vehicle manufacturers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Vehicle manufacturer was notified February 6, 2023. Toyota owners should contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru owners should contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
NHTSA
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
⚠ An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
NHTSA
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing — SEAT BELTS
⚠ A seat belt assembly that extends further than intended may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front seat belt assembly and replace the assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 22TH01/22LH01.
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status.uncertain→status.safe2 Jun 2026
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