ZWILLING J.A. Henckels electric kettles recalled for handle separation and burn hazard
What this means
The handle on ZWILLING Enfinigy electric kettles can loosen and separate from the kettle body, causing hot water to spill and potentially burn users. The company has received 163 reports of handles separating or loosening, including one second-degree burn injury.
- Stop using the kettle immediately.
- Check the bottom of your kettle for model numbers 53101-200, 53101-201, 53101-500, 53101-501, 53101-502, 53101-503, or 53101-504.
- Visit www.zwilling.com/kettle-recall for instructions to make the kettle unusable and request a full refund.
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The agency's original wording
The kettle's handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a risk of serious injury due to a burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled kettles immediately and contact ZWILLING J. A. Henckels Aktiengesellschaft for a full refund. Consumers in the U.S. should visit www.zwilling.com/kettle-recall for instructions on how to make the kettle unusable, which includes unplugging the kettle, cutting the cord, and uploading a photo of the product. Afterwards, consumers should safely dispose of the product.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/ZWILLING-JA-Henckels-Aktiengesellschaft-Recalls-Electric-Water-Kettles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-Due-to-Burn-HazardWant us to check the next one for you?
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