Rena Ware Recalls Nutrex Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2018-08-02). Hazards: burn. Models: 2153, 2153.DW. About 700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 18752 |
| Published | 2018-08-02 |
| Last updated | 2018-08-02 |
| Products | Nutrex pressure cookers™ |
| Firm named in the title | Rena Ware |
| Firms | Rena Ware International Inc., of Bellevue, Wash. (importer); Rena Ware International Inc., of Bellevue, Wash. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | South Korea |
| Units (US) | 700 |
| Model numbers | 2153, 2153.DW |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Through Rena Ware sales representatives from December 2015 through June 2018 for between $750 and $820. |
Description
This recall involves Nutrex pressure cookers with model number 2153. The pressure cookers are silver colored with black handles. A blue gasket is attached on the inside of the cover. Model number 2153.DW, the month and year of production and Rena Ware are stamped on the bottom of the unit. "DONG WON" is stamped on the base of the main valve. "DWM" is stamped on the blue gasket.
Hazard
The recalled pressure cookers can discharge steam at lower pressures than intended, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Rena Ware for a free repair. Rena Ware is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of unintended depressurization, including five reported burn injuries.
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