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Affected model numbers
WK8283CUWK8283CUYThe model numbers are printed on a product label on the underside of the water kettle.
Why it was recalled
The heating element can fail and rupture, posing burn and shock hazards to the user.
Incidents and injuries
Walmart has received 80 reports of incidents, including seven reports of burns.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettle and return it to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
- Recall number
- 16-154
- Units
- About 1.2 million
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from March 2011 through October 2015 for about $14.
- Importer
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Distributor
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Rival brand electric water kettles
CPSC product type: Electric Kettles or Hot Pots
Recall contact information
Walmart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Saturday, or noon and 6 p.m. Sunday; or visit the company's website at www.Walmart.com and click "Product Recalls." Consumers can also visit http://walmartstores.com/contactus/feedback.aspx.
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