CPSC, Leifheit International USA Announce Recall of Apple Slicer/Corer
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-29 · 02239
Hazards
The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.
Recall
Number
02239
Date
2002-08-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Apple Slicer/Corer
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Leifheit International USA Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
Retailer(s)
Houseware and gourmet cooking stores sold the slicers/corers nationwide, from January 2001 to July 2002, for about $18.
Description
The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.