CPSC, Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Toasters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-04-12). Hazards: fire. Models: 24205, 24208. About 95,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00097 |
| Published | 2000-04-12 |
| Last updated | 2000-04-12 |
| Product category | Toasters/Toaster Ovens |
| Products | Proctor-Silex toasters |
| Firm named in the title | Proctor-Silex |
| Firms | Proctor-Silex Inc., of Glen Allen, Va. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 95,000 |
| Model numbers | 24205, 24208 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Mass merchandise stores nationwide, including Ames, Bradlees, Burdines, Eckerd, Rite Aid, Servistar and Walgreens, sold these toasters, from April 1997 through September 1999, for between $20 and $25. |
Description
These are traditional upright electric toasters with single lifters and four extra-wide slots that can accommodate bread or bagels. The toasters with model number 24205 are white, and toasters with model number 24208 are black and chrome. The model number, series code, UL logo and "MADE IN CHINA" are printed on the bottom of the toaster. The recall includes only toasters with series codes A0379 through A3279 or series code A2589 through A3289. The name "Proctor-Silex" is written in gray lettering on the front panel of the toaster. A control dial, labeled in units from "1" to "6" for adjusting the degree of toasting, and a bread lifter for raising and lowering the food are located on the front of the toaster.
Hazard
The heating elements in these toasters can remain on after the toast pops up. This poses a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these toasters. For information on receiving a free replacement toaster, consumers should call Proctor-Silex.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Proctor-Silex have received at least 24 complaints from consumers of these toasters staying on after the toast popped up. There have been three reports of food fires, resulting in property damage to kitchen cabinets. No injuries have been reported.
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