CPSC recall 08-001, announced October 2, 2007, covers Cook's Essential Electric Toasters (about 5,200 units). The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Recall contact: call (800) 367-9444 or (800) 233-9054, or go to www.qvc.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.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: CET401.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the "Cook's Essentials" four-slice wide slot electric toasters model CET 401. These toasters are made of stainless steel and measure 12 inches long, 13 inches wide and 8 inches high. Each toaster has "Cook's Essentials Classic Look Toaster, Model: CET401" printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
QVC has received information that ten toasters reportedly turned on spontaneously, including one incident of fire damage to kitchen cabinets and two incidents of toaster covers burned. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Toasters
- Recall number
- 08-001
- Units
- About 5,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- QVC through its television station, its Web page; its toll-free number, outlet, and its employee and Studio stores from January 2003 through June 2003 for between $63 and $69 plus about $8 for shipping and handling. Some recalled toasters may have been sold at various retailers.
- Distributor
- Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill., QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Cook's Essential Electric Toasters
CPSC product type: Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Recall contact information
Consumers who bought a toaster from a QVC television program or at QVC.com were sent a package by mail containing information on how to receive a refund. Consumers who have not received the information packet should call QVC at (800) 367-9444, from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, seven days a week or visit QVC's Web site at www.qvc.com. Consumers who bought a toaster at a QVC outlet or retail store should return the toaster at the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. For all non-QVC purchases, contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.esalton.com
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