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Why it was recalled
The internal hose connected to the trigger in the handle can detach, allowing hot water and/or steam to escape, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Tristar Products have received reports of 305 incidents, 214 of which involved consumers receiving burns to hands, arms, feet, and body.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the Steam Buggy Deluxe immediately and contact Tristar customer service for information on how to ship the recalled product and get a replacement or refund. Tristar will pay for all shipping charges to return the product. Consumers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Tristar Products Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
- Recall number
- 02-529
- Units
- About 3,100
- Sold at / sales period
- HSN LP (Home Shopping Network) sold the Steam Buggy Deluxe nationwide, from December 2001 through January 2002, for about $129.
Steam Buggy™ Deluxe Steamers
CPSC product type: Steamers
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact Tristar customer service at (888) 339-4203 for information. For additional information visit the HSN LP's website at www.hsn.com
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Publication and verification
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