CPSC, Ontel Products Announce Recall of Food Slicer
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-06-24). Hazards: laceration. About 32,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03546 |
| Published | 2003-06-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-16 |
| Product category | Food Dehydrator/Preserver/Processor |
| Products | The Little Red Chef Food Slicer, also known as The Kitchen Magic Food Slicer |
| Firm named in the title | Ontel Products |
| Firms | Ontel Products Corp., of Fairfield, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Germany |
| Units (US) | 32,900 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Sold | QVC, TV direct sales, trade promotion shows nationwide. These food slicers were sold between August 2000 and May 2003 for less than $15. |
Description
The recalled red plastic food slicer and dicer contains six roller blades at the front and a single slicing blade on the top. The food slicer is stamped "Made in W. Germany" and "Famos Gerate" on the inside of handle and has a four-pointed star. Only food slicers sold without the protective blade cover are included in this recall.
Hazard
The exposed slicing blade on top of the unit can cut a consumer's fingers or hand during use.
Remedy
Contact Ontel Products to receive a free protective blade cover.
Incidents and injuries
Ontel Products is aware of one report of a consumer cutting her finger while using the product.
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