CPSC2010-08-31
Slow Cookers Recalled by Sensio Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Kohl's Department Stores
Sensio Inc. of Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Hazard
The slow cooker's control panel can overheat and melt, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the slow cooker immediately, unplug it and contact Sensio for information on receiving a full refund.
Sold at
Exclusively at Kohl's Department stores from July 2009 through December 2009 for between $20 and $40.
Affected count
About 25,000
Injuries reported
Sensio has received 60 reports of the control panels of the slow cookers smoking, melting and sparking and three reports of panels catching fire. Fourteen incidents resulted in minor damage to countertops.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Slow Cookers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sensio toll-free at (888) 296-9675 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.acbpromotions.com/sensiorecall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Slow-Cookers-Recalled-by-Sensio-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Kohls-Department-StoresDon't want to check this manually?
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