CPSC2018-05-10
ALDI Recalls Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Guangzhou Linkco Electrical Industries Limited, of China
Hazard
The deep fryer heating element can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled deep fryers and return it to their local ALDI store for a full refund.
Sold at
ALDI stores nationwide from February 2018 through March 2018 for about $15.
Affected count
About 35,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of the deep fryers catching on fire, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Ambiano mini deep fryers
Consumer contact
ALDI at 800-366-9967 from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.aldi.us and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/ALDI-Recalls-Deep-Fryers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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