CPSC, Ultimate Chopper LLC Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace Food Processors
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-09-07 · 05258
Hazards
The interlocking lid assembly on the appliance can malfunction, allowing the food processor to be operated when the lid is off. This can result in a laceration or fingertip amputation hazard, if consumers insert their hands into the food processor.
Recall
Number
05258
Date
2005-09-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Ultimate Chopper™ food processor
Companies
Retailer(s)
The Ultimate Chopper™ has been marketed and distributed through television infomercial sales, the firm's Web site, and various retailers nationwide, from March 2002 through July 2005, for about $40.
Distributor(s)
Ultimate Chopper LLC, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The Ultimate Chopper is a compact, single-speed food processor that can also function as a blender when an optional attachment is used with the base. The product is comprised of a white base unit with a 600-watt motor (750 watts peak power), a plastic blade assembly that contains two stainless steel blades, a chopping bowl, and a clear interlocking lid. The name "Ultimate Chopper" is stamped on the product's base. The optional blender attachment is sold separately.