CPSC recall 10-052, announced December 2, 2009, covers Ka Po International Industrial Blenders (about 53,800 units). The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk. The notice cites 60 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a free replacement blade assembly. Recall contact: call (866) 327-6147, or go to www.haieramerica.com.
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Affected model numbers
This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS.
Which products are included?
This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. The units are stainless steel and black plastic. "Haier" is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.
Incidents and injuries
Haier America has received approximately 60 reports of blade assemblies coming apart or breaking. One consumer reported receiving a minor cut to his hand.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a free replacement blade assembly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ka Po International Industrial
- Manufacturer
- Ka Po International Industrial Co., of Hong Kong
- Product type
- Blenders
- Recall number
- 10-052
- Units
- About 53,800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $26 and $60.
- Importer
- Haier America Trading, L.L.C., of New York, N.Y.
Blenders
CPSC product type: Blenders
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Haier America toll-free at (866) 327-6147 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.haieramerica.com
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