CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Drip Pans
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-07-09). Hazards: fire. About 294,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02197 |
| Published | 2002-07-09 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-24 |
| Product category | Cookers & Cookware |
| Products | Drip Pans |
| Firm named in the title | Dollar Tree Stores Inc. |
| Firms | Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 294,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00636477007923 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Dollar Tree Stores sold these drip pans nationwide, from April 2002 to May 2002, for about $1. |
Description
The recalled drip pans were sold in various sizes, ranging from 6 to 9 inches in diameter. The SKU Number 845289 is either on the pan or on a cardboard insert in the package. All of the drip pans are black.
Hazard
These drip pans are used under the burners of kitchen ranges to catch food that drips while cooking. The hot burners can ignite the drip pans and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the drip pans immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Dollar Tree Stores has received seven reports of the drip pans catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
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