CPSC recall 02-099, announced February 7, 2002, covers VersaToast™ Wide-Slot Toaster (about 2.1 million units). The heating element in these toasters can continue to operate after use, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 9 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should unplug and stop using these recalled toasters immediately. Recall contact: call (866) 264-9230, or go to www.householdproductsinc.com.
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.
They have model number T1200, T1250, T1400 or T1450 written on the bottom of the toaster.
Which products are included?
Applica made and sold these toasters under the Black & Decker® brand. The recall includes both two-slice and four-slice Black & Decker® brand VersaToast™ wide-slot toasters. "BLACK & DECKER®," "VersaToast™" and "WIDE SLOT" are written on the side of the toaster, near the cooking controls. The toasters have either white or black plastic enclosures. They have model number T1200, T1250, T1400 or T1450 written on the bottom of the toaster.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heating element in these toasters can continue to operate after use, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Applica are aware of nine reports of fires associated with these toasters after a period of non-use, resulting in minor property damage to kitchen cabinets. One minor injury was reported to the firm, but it has not been confirmed and is under investigation.
Official remedy
Consumers should unplug and stop using these recalled toasters immediately.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- VersaToast Wide-Slot
- Manufacturer
- Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miami Lakes, Fla.
- Product type
- Toasters
- Recall number
- 02-099
- Units
- About 2.1 million
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department stores, including Wal-Mart, Service Merchandise, Kohl's Department Stores and Bradlees, sold the toasters nationwide, from June 1999 through January 2002. The two-slice toasters sold for between $10 and $20.
VersaToast™ Wide-Slot Toaster
CPSC product type: Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Recall contact information
For more information on receiving a refund, consumers should call Applica Consumer Products Inc. toll-free at (866) 264-9230 anytime or go to the firm's web site at www.householdproductsinc.com
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