CPSC2008-03-19
Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Hazard
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
Sold at
Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.
Affected count
About 12,000 (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2007)
Injuries reported
None.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electric Toasters
Consumer contact
Contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.esalton.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Salton-Inc-Recalls-Electric-Toasters-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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