P3 International Recalls IonizAir™ Air Purifiers Due to Risk of Fire

Recalled October 5, 2007 · CPSC recall 08012 · P3

Label located on the bottom of unit with Model and Lot Numbers

Hazard

The air purifier's cartridge can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled air purifier immediately, and contact the firm for a free replacement cartridge.

Units

About 83,000

Incidents / injuries

P3 has received 10 reports of purifiers melting or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Description

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.

What to do

Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled air purifier immediately, and contact the firm for a free replacement cartridge.

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

Product

IonizAir™ Table Top Air Purifiers

Manufacturer(s)

Leaven Enterprise Co., of Taiwan

Imported by

P3 International, of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

Various retailers nationwide including mail-order and Internet retailers from January 2003 through July 2004 for between $60 and $90.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →