CPSC2011-05-25
Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard
Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Hazard
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com from September 2009 through February 2011 for a retail price of about $50.
Affected count
About 255,000
Injuries reported
Walmart has received a total of 58 incident reports: 24 reports of the food processor operating without the lid in place, of which 21 resulted in injuries to fingertips; and 34 reports of the unit smoking, including 3 reports of fires.
Manufactured in
China
Products
General Electric® Food Processors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Walmart Customer Service toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmartstores.com/recalls
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Walmart-Recalls-GE-Food-Processors-Due-to-Laceration-and-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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