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The model number 168945 is located on a silver label on the bottom of the base.
Why it was recalled
The heating element can drop to the bottom of the slow cooker and melt through the plastic outer shell, posing a burn hazard to users.
Incidents and injuries
Wal-Mart has received 27 reports of scorched or damaged countertops, though no injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the slow cooker to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Select Brands, Inc.
- Manufacturer
- Select Brands, Inc., of Lenexa, Kan.
- Recall number
- 04-159
- Units
- 146,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide, from June 2003 through May 2004, for about $28.
- Distributor
- Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
General Electric Cool Touch Slow Cooker
CPSC product type: Cookers & Cookware
Recall contact information
Call Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 7:00 am through 9:00 pm Central Time, Monday through Friday or log on to www.gehousewares.com
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Publication and verification
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