CPSC, Trivett Industries, Inc. Announce Recall of Pancake Makers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-06-05). About 590 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03139 |
| Published | 2003-06-05 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-09 |
| Product category | Cookers & Cookware |
| Products | Pancake Express Pancake Makers |
| Firm named in the title | Trivett Industries, Inc. |
| Firms | Trivett Industries, Inc., of Deland, Fla. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 590 |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Acme, Wal-Green's, Hy-Vee and Osco Drug stores nationwide, from May 2002 through July 2002, for about $20. |
Description
These "Pancake Express" pancake makers are two-sided stove top skillets constructed of aluminum with black plastic handles. The product is labeled "Pancake Express" and "Made in China."
Hazard
The handles on the pancake makers are unable to withstand the heat of the device, causing the handle to fail to provide support, because of melting or breaking.
Remedy
Consumers should return the pancake maker to Trivett to receive a full refund, including the cost of postage.
Incidents and injuries
Trivett Industries is aware of one incident of a consumer receiving minor burns, when the handle melted and separated from the pancake maker.
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