Recall 16-154, published May 3, 2016
Walmart Rival brand electric water kettles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
WK8283CUYThe model numbers are printed on a product label on the underside of the water kettle.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Rival brand electric water kettles with model numbers WK8283CU and WK8283CUY. The model numbers are printed on a product label on the underside of the water kettle. The white plastic water kettles were sold with a warming base and a pitcher. A window on the side pitcher has markings that measure the water levels. "Rival" is printed beneath the window.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heating element can fail and rupture, posing burn and shock hazards to the user.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettle and return it to any Walmart store for a full refund.
- Brand
- Walmart
- Recall published
- May 3, 2016
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 1.2 million
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from March 2011 through October 2015 for about $14.
