Moderate Recalled April 3, 2018 About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada) units

Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard

Burn

The hazard

The plastic enclosure can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

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.

What to do now

Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund.

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.

About this recall

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.

Product photos

Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard
Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard

Photos: U.S. CPSC