CPSC recall 02-561, announced September 9, 2002, covers Popeil Inventions Heating Elements from Electric Rotisseries (about 37,500 units). Certain units have been found to leak current from the heating element, posing a risk of electric shock. Repair to the Model 4000 Showtime Rotisseries bearing serial numbers beginning with ST-AAKa is necessary to assure continued safe operation. Recall contact: call (800) 274-7417, or go to www.ronco.com.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
These model number 4000 Showtime Rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, have a serial number beginning with ST-AAKa, located on the back, near the bottom of the units.
Which products are included?
These model number 4000 Showtime Rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, have a serial number beginning with ST-AAKa, located on the back, near the bottom of the units. "Ronco Showtime BBQ" is written on the front glass and the model number is printed on the back.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- When sold
- November 1999 through May 2000
Why it was recalled
Certain units have been found to leak current from the heating element, posing a risk of electric shock.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received reports from 17 consumers, some of whom allegedly have suffered electric shocks while using these rotisseries. No serious injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Repair to the Model 4000 Showtime Rotisseries bearing serial numbers beginning with ST-AAKa is necessary to assure continued safe operation. To receive the free repair, that includes the cost of shipping, contact Popeil Inventions Inc. Popeil Inventions Inc. was able to notify all customers by direct mail and through notice posted on its web site.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 274-7417, or go to www.ronco.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Popeil Inventions
- Manufacturer
- Popeil Inventions Inc., of Chatsworth, Calif.
- Recall number
- 02-561
- Units
- About 37,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Television infomercials and web sites sold these rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, nationwide from November 1999 through May 2000.
Heating Elements from Electric Rotisseries
CPSC product type: Cookers & Cookware
This recall in context
Compared with the 140 grill and fireplace recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 37,500 units: the 28th-largest of 119 grill and fireplace recalls that state a unit count. The median is 7,900 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 5 of 140 grill and fireplace recalls.
- Time on sale
- 7 months. Recalled 28 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
To receive the free repair, that includes the cost of shipping, call Popeil Inventions Inc. toll-free at (800) 274-7417 between 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's web site at www.ronco.com Popeil Inventions Inc. was able to notify all customers by direct mail and through notice posted on its web site.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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