CPSC2015-07-15
Instant Pot Pressure Cookers Recalled by Double Insight Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
Double Insight Inc., of Canada
Hazard
The thermal probe in the base can conduct electricity throughout the cooker, posing a risk of electric shock.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Instant Pot for instructions to receive a free replacement base, which consists of the entire bottom of the pressure cooker including the control panel. The firm is contacting all purchasers directly.
Sold at
Online at Instantpot.com and Amazon.com from November 2014 through May 2015 for about $250.
Affected count
About 1,000 (in addition, 140 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received reports from three consumers of being shocked while using the pressure cooker.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers
Consumer contact
Instant Pot at (800) 828-7280 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or at http://instantpot.com and click on "Instant Pot Smart recall" under "Useful Information" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Instant-Pot-Pressure-Cookers-Recalled-by-Double-InsightDon't want to check this manually?
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