Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 18-135 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 3, 2018
- Brand
- 3M
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Scotch™ thermal laminators
- Hazard
- Burn Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada)
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 3, 2018
What was recalled
This recall involves Scotch thermal laminators that are white with teal accents. They are used to laminate documents such as artwork and photos. The laminators have "Scotch" printed on the front. They measure 14 inches by 3.8 inches by 2.75 inches. The model number TL901C is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the laminator. Only laminators with model number TL901C and teal accents are included in the recall. The two side ends, the bottom and the reverse switch on top of the laminators are teal.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Scotch™ thermal laminators · About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada) units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: J.A. Riollano and Sam's Club stores in Puerto Rico and online at Amazon.com from July 2015 through March 2018 for about $20.; 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn..
Injuries or incidents reported
3M has received 10 reports of the laminators overheating and causing deformation of the bottom of the plastic enclosures. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
3M at 800-772-4337 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.ScotchBrand.com and click on “TL901C-T Laminator Recall” for more information.
Recall history and context
3M appears in 8 CPSC recalls on record. See all 3M recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Scotch™ thermal laminators (About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves Scotch thermal laminators that are white with teal accents.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 3, 2018. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.