W.P. Appliances Recalls Combination Grills/Griddles Due to Overheating and Electrical Shock Hazards; Sold Exclusively at HSN
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-11-10). Hazards: burn, electric shock. Models: BRTGG010. About 27,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12703 |
| Published | 2011-11-10 |
| Last updated | 2015-05-04 |
| Product category | Grills and Accessories |
| Products | Wolfgang Puck Electric Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddles |
| Firm named in the title | W.P. Appliances |
| Firms | YouO Electric Appliances Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); W.P. Appliances Inc., of Hollywood, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 27,000 |
| Model numbers | BRTGG010 |
| Hazard classes | burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | The Home Shopping Network (HSN) nationwide, HSN's telephone ordering system and online at www.HSN.com for about one week between April 30, 2011 through May 6, 2011 for about $100. |
Description
This recall includes Wolfgang Puck brand combination electric grills/griddles with dual thermostatic controls and model number BRTGG010. The grills measure about 14.5 inches in width, 11 inches in depth and 6.5 inches in height. The model number is located on an ETL/Intertek foil sticker label affixed to the bottom of the unit. The stainless steel grills/griddles have "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the front of the unit next to the control dials. They feature a stainless steel handle used to compress the top and bottom grill plates.
Hazard
A defect in the electrical wiring of the electric grills/griddles can pose a risk of overheating, melting and an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled combination grills/griddles and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the grills/griddles for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of electrical shock and two reports of melted plastic housing.
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