CPSC2007-12-05
Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.
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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