CPSC2013-05-16
Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provided
Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan
Hazard
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon's website under the Product Recall section.
Sold at
Through independent Avon sales representatives and online at www.avon.com from October 2012 through February 2013, for about $13.
Affected count
About 54,700
Injuries reported
Avon has received 20 reports of the popcorn makers overheating, including two incidents involving fires that resulted in damage to microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
New Instructions
Products
Microwave Popcorn Makers
Consumer contact
Avon Products; (800) 367-2866 from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.avon.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page for new instructions and more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Avon-Recalls-Microwave-Popcorn-MakerDon't want to check this manually?
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