QVC Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-12-11). Hazards: fire. Models: CT200. About 13,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08522 |
| Published | 2007-12-11 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toasters/Toaster Ovens |
| Products | Cook's Essential Electric Toasters |
| Firm named in the title | QVC |
| Firms | QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 13,000 |
| Model numbers | CT200 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | QVC's televised shopping programs, Web page, toll-free number, outlet, and employee and Studio stores from May 2000 through May 2003 for between $50 and $60. |
Description
This recall involves the "Cook's Essential" chrome two-slice electric toasters model CT200. Each toaster has "Cook's Essentials" and "Model: CT200" printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.
Hazard
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and return it to QVC using the prepaid shipping labels that QVC will provide. Consumers who return their toasters will receive a full refund of the purchase price, plus shipping and handling.
Incidents and injuries
QVC has received reports of five toasters turning on spontaneously, including two incidents of toaster covers burned and one incident of fire damage to a kitchen cabinet. No injuries have been reported.
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