Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 18-135 Published April 3, 2018

Scotch™ thermal laminators

The plastic enclosure can overheat, posing a burn hazard. sold at J.A. Riollano and Sam's Club stores in Puerto Rico and online at Amazon.com from July 2015 – March 2018 for about $20.

Scotch™ thermal laminators
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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The plastic enclosure can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

10
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

3M has received 10 reports of the laminators overheating and causing deformation of the bottom of the plastic enclosures. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
01
What to do

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

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atJ.A. Riollano and Sam's Club stores in Puerto Rico and online at Amazon.com
Sales periodJuly 2015 – March 2018
PriceAbout $20

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-772-4337
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.ScotchBrand.com

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