Recall #07-509 · Published November 30, 2006

Ultrex-brand Pressure Cookers

HSN LP Recalls Ultrex-Brand Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Ultrex-brand Pressure Cookers from Ultrex- on November 30, 2006. CPSC identifies this hazard: The pressure cooker's lid can open while its contents are under pressure, allowing the hot contents to be expelled and causing burn injuries to bystanders. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these products immediately. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.

Recalled Pressure Cooker
Recalled Pressure Cooker
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Additional identifying details

The recalled product is the Ultrex-brand 8-quart pressure cooker set, model number 11453.

Why it was recalled

The pressure cooker's lid can open while its contents are under pressure, allowing the hot contents to be expelled and causing burn injuries to bystanders.

Incidents and injuries

HSN has received two reports of injuries, which involve second and third degree burns to the upper arm and an unspecified burn injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these products immediately. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.

Product and sales details

Brand
Ultrex-
Recall number
07-509
Units
About 1,450
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
HSN's television network, Web site, through its toll-free number and an employee store in St. Petersburg, Fla., from June 2003 through October 2004 for about $90.
Importer
Innova Inc., of Davenport, Iowa
Distributor
HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla.

Ultrex-brand Pressure Cookers

CPSC product type: Cookers & Cookware

Recall contact information

For more information, consumers should contact HSN at (877) 710-1527 anytime or visit their Web site at www.hsn.com

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