CPSC2015-12-22
Breville Recalls Pressure Cookers Due to Risk of Burns
Breville USA Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release of built-up pressure. This poses a risk of burns to the user or consumers nearby.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Breville for a replacement sealing gasket and updated instructions.
Sold at
Bed, Bath and Beyond, Best Buy, Macy's, Sur la Table and Williams Sonoma stores nationwide and online, and online at Amazon.com and BrevilleUSA.com from September 2012 through October 2015 for about $180.
Affected count
About 35,600
Injuries reported
Breville USA has received five reports of steam or hot contents escaping from the pressure cooker, resulting in five reports of burns, including second degree burns to the hands, arms or stomach.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Breville Fast Slow Cookers
Consumer contact
Breville USA Inc. at 800-983-3165 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.brevilleusa.com and click on the "BPR600XL Recall" link.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Breville-Recalls-Pressure-CookersDon't want to check this manually?
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