Recall #05-142 · Published March 24, 2005
KitchenAid® ProLine® Toasters
CPSC published a recall notice for KitchenAid® ProLine® Toasters from KitchenAid® ProLine® on March 24, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: An interruption of power to the toaster can cause the heating elements to unexpectedly self-start and could ignite any flammable items left on top of the unit, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the toaster and contact KitchenAid® to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers should not return the toaster to the retailer where it was purchased, as retailers are not prepared to take them back.
Why it was recalled
An interruption of power to the toaster can cause the heating elements to unexpectedly self-start and could ignite any flammable items left on top of the unit, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the toaster and contact KitchenAid® to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers should not return the toaster to the retailer where it was purchased, as retailers are not prepared to take them back.
- Brand
- KitchenAid® ProLine®
- Recall published
- March 24, 2005
- Units
- About 40,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Various catalogs and specialty retailers nationwide, from August 2003 through January 2005, for between $250 and $300.