Recall #08-001 · Published October 2, 2007
Cook's Essential Electric Toasters
CPSC published a recall notice for Cook's Essential Electric Toasters from Cook's Essential Electric on October 2, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
Why it was recalled
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
- Recall published
- October 2, 2007
- Units
- About 5,200
- Sold at / sales period
- QVC through its television station, its Web page; its toll-free number, outlet, and its employee and Studio stores from January 2003 through June 2003 for between $63 and $69 plus about $8 for shipping and handling. Some recalled toasters may have been sold at various retailers.