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

U.S. CPSCFireOct 5, 2007
Recalled Table Top Air Purifiers
Recalled Table Top Air Purifiers
Label located on the bottom of unit with Model and Lot Numbers
Label located on the bottom of unit with Model and Lot Numbers

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

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

Product 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.

Sold on

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

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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