CPSC2008-03-12
JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
JCPenney, of Plano, Texas
Hazard
The deep fryer has a faulty heating element, which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.
Sold at
JCPenney's stores nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.
Affected count
About 27,000
Injuries reported
JCPenney is aware of five incidents involving the deep fryers, including one report of a minor burn and three reports of damaged countertops.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Cooks Deep Fryers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/JCPenney-Recalls-Cooks-Deep-Fryers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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