CPSC recall 00-142, announced July 11, 2000, covers Welbilt toaster ovens (about 7,000 units). The ovens' heating elements can break, causing the glass door to shatter. The notice cites 14 incident reports. Firm no longer in business. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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Affected model numbers
These Welbilt toaster ovens with rotisserie and griddle have model number TR660 on the back of the oven.
Which products are included?
These Welbilt toaster ovens with rotisserie and griddle have model number TR660 on the back of the oven. The oven is white and black about 17 inches wide and 12 inches high, and has a glass door. Three knobs on the right side of the oven control the temperature; function, such as broil, rotisserie, toast and bake; and length of time. "WELBILT® Toaster Oven With Rotisserie & Griddle" is written on the oven's lower-right front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The ovens' heating elements can break, causing the glass door to shatter. The toasters could short circuit, causing electrical shocks and fires.
Incidents and injuries
Appliance Co. of America has received 14 reports of heating elements breaking. In one incident, the glass door broke, and in another, a countertop was scorched. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Welbilt
- Manufacturer
- Appliance Co. of America, of Great Neck, N.Y.
- Product type
- Toasters
- Recall number
- 00-142
- Units
- About 7,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Club, discount and department stores, and mail order catalogs sold the toaster ovens nationwide, from January 2000 through May 2000, for about $100.
Welbilt toaster ovens
CPSC product type: Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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