CPSC2007-12-05
Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
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Hazard
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
Sold at
Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2007 through November 2007 for about $50.
Affected count
About 70,000
Injuries reported
Applica has received two reports of the toasters igniting, including one report of fire that damaged a kitchen countertop and cabinets. There have been no reported injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Black & Decker® brand Infrawave™ Toasters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Applica at (800) 556-9439 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at http://www.acprecall.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Black--Decker-Brand-Toasters-Recalled-By-Applica-Consumer-Products-Inc-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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