CPSC, Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Steam Iron
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-15). Hazards: fire. Models: 17520, 17520.....Series, A1320. About 970 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02552 |
| Published | 2002-08-15 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-07 |
| Product category | Irons (Clothing) |
| Products | Proctor-Silex steam irons |
| Firm named in the title | Proctor-Silex |
| Firms | Proctor-Silex, of Glen Allen, Va. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 970 |
| Model numbers | 17520, 17520.....Series, A1320 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Shopko and Auchan stores sold these irons, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $18. |
Description
The recalled irons (model 17520) are made of purple and white plastic. The "Proctor Silex" trademark is displayed on the side in white letters. The iron was packaged in a white cardboard box with gray lettering, labeled, in part, "EASY PRESS IRON....Model 17520.....Series A1320." The model number 17520 and the series number are located on the back side of the iron, at the bottom. They were manufactured in China.
Hazard
The circuit board inside the steam iron can ignite and present a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the iron immediately and call the company toll-free to arrange for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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