CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY® Brand Tea Kettles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-04-30). Hazards: burn. About 24,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01138 |
| Published | 2001-04-30 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-25 |
| Product category | Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles |
| Products | MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY® brand tea kettles |
| Firm named in the title | Kmart Corp. |
| Firms | Kmart Corp., of Troy, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Thailand |
| Units (US) | 24,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Kmart sold the tea kettles nationwide, from October 2000 through March 2001, for about $25 to $30. |
Description
The recalled tea kettles were sold under the MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY brand name, and are stainless steel or white, sage, or slate colored porcelain. The words, "MSE Thailand" are printed on the knob attached to the lid of the kettle.
Hazard
Boiling water can be expelled from the kettle's spout, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these tea kettles immediately and return them to any Kmart store for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Kmart has received 14 reports of boiling water being expelled, resulting in three minor burn injuries.
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