CPSC recall 15-741, announced July 15, 2015, covers Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers (about 1,000 units). The thermal probe in the base can conduct electricity throughout the cooker, posing a risk of electric shock. Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Instant Pot for instructions to receive a free replacement base, which consists of the entire bottom of the pressure cooker including the control panel. Recall contact: call (800) 828-7280, or go to instantpot.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.
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.
The serial numbers and dates are printed on a label on the bottom of the pressure cooker's base.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Instant Pot "Smart" and "Smart-60" electric pressure cookers. They are stainless steel with black molded plastic attachments, have a control panel/keypad on the front and measure about 12 inches in diameter and 12 inches tall. They are Bluetooth® enabled and can be controlled by an app. "Instant Pot" and "Smart" are printed on the front of the control panel. Serial numbers between 1410 and 1503 and manufacture dates between 12/1/2014 and 6/1/2015 are included in the recall. The serial numbers and dates are printed on a label on the bottom of the pressure cooker's base.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The thermal probe in the base can conduct electricity throughout the cooker, posing a risk of electric shock.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received reports from three consumers of being shocked while using the pressure cooker.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Instant Pot for instructions to receive a free replacement base, which consists of the entire bottom of the pressure cooker including the control panel. The firm is contacting all purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Instant Pot 'Smart'
- Product type
- Pressure cookers
- Recall number
- 15-741
- Units
- About 1,000 (in addition, 140 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Instantpot.com and Amazon.com from November 2014 through May 2015 for about $250.
- Importer
- Double Insight Inc., of Canada
Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers
CPSC product type: Pressure Cookers or Canners
Recall contact information
Instant Pot at (800) 828-7280 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or at http://instantpot.com and click on "Instant Pot Smart recall" under "Useful Information" for more information.
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