CPSC, Popeil Inventions Inc. Announce Recall of Heating Elements from Electric Rotisseries
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-09-09). Hazards: electric shock. Models: 4000. About 37,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02561 |
| Published | 2002-09-09 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-17 |
| Product category | Cookers & Cookware |
| Products | Heating Elements from Electric Rotisseries |
| Firm named in the title | Popeil Inventions Inc. |
| Firms | Popeil Inventions Inc., of Chatsworth, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 37,500 |
| Model numbers | 4000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Television infomercials and web sites sold these rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, nationwide from November 1999 through May 2000. |
Description
These model number 4000 Showtime Rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, have a serial number beginning with ST-AAKa, located on the back, near the bottom of the units. "Ronco Showtime BBQ" is written on the front glass and the model number is printed on the back.
Hazard
Certain units have been found to leak current from the heating element, posing a risk of electric shock.
Remedy
Repair to the Model 4000 Showtime Rotisseries bearing serial numbers beginning with ST-AAKa is necessary to assure continued safe operation. To receive the free repair, that includes the cost of shipping, contact Popeil Inventions Inc. Popeil Inventions Inc. was able to notify all customers by direct mail and through notice posted on its web site.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received reports from 17 consumers, some of whom allegedly have suffered electric shocks while using these rotisseries. No serious injuries have been reported.
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