Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-30). Hazards: fire, electric shock. Models: 169115, 169116. About 210,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08413 |
| Published | 2008-09-30 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toasters/Toaster Ovens |
| Products | General Electric Toasters |
| Firm named in the title | Wal-Mart |
| Firms | Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 210,000 |
| Model numbers | 169115, 169116 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for between $17 and $28. |
Description
The recalled toasters have a chrome steel body, a black plastic base and controls with either two or four openings on the top. The GE logo is located on the front of the toasters just above the controls. Model numbers 169115 and 169116 are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toasters. 4-Slice 169115 2-Slice 169116
Hazard
An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to any Wal-Mart for a full refund or replacement toaster.
Incidents and injuries
Wal-Mart has received 140 reports of fires or sparks coming from the toasters or the toasters tripping the circuit breaker in consumers' homes. No injuries have been reported.
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