3M Recalls Scotch™ Thermal Laminators Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #23064
Recall Date
2022-12-08
Manufacturer
3M Company, of St. Paul, Minnesota
Units Affected
About 516,500 (In addition, about 3,560 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Scotch TL1302 Thermal Laminators
Hazard
A safety feature can malfunction if the laminator overheats, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund and instructions on how to properly dispose of the laminator. Consumers should fill out the online recall registration form. 3M will then email the consumer directly to request additional information and inform consumers of how to properly dispose of the laminator.
Reported Injuries
3M has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Walmart, Staples, Costco and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Staples.com from April 2014 through October 2022 for between $35 and $90.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves the Scotch thermal laminators that are light gray/white in color with gray accents with the following model numbers: TL1302, TL1302VP, TL1302EF, and TL1302KIT. The laminators have "Scotch" printed on front. The laminating slot is approximately 13 inches wide and the machine has a carrying handle on the right side. The model number and device serial number can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the laminator. The sticker on all devices includes only the model "number" TL1302 without letters.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28