Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-05-25). Hazards: fire, laceration. Models: 169203. About 255,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11227 |
| Published | 2011-05-25 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Food Dehydrator/Preserver/Processor |
| Products | General Electric® Food Processors |
| Firm named in the title | Walmart |
| Firms | Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 255,000 |
| Model numbers | 169203 |
| Hazard classes | fire, laceration |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com from September 2009 through February 2011 for a retail price of about $50. |
Description
This recall involves GE-branded digital, 14-cup food processors. The food processors are black with stainless steel trim, and model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit.
Hazard
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Walmart has received a total of 58 incident reports: 24 reports of the food processor operating without the lid in place, of which 21 resulted in injuries to fingertips; and 34 reports of the unit smoking, including 3 reports of fires.
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