Salton Inc. and QVC Recall Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-10-02 · 08001
Hazards
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
08001
Date
2007-10-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Cook's Essential Electric Toasters
Companies
Retailer(s)
QVC through its television station, its Web page; its toll-free number, outlet, and its employee and Studio stores from January 2003 through June 2003 for between $63 and $69 plus about $8 for shipping and handling. Some recalled toasters may have been sold at various retailers.
Distributor(s)
Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.; QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the "Cook's Essentials" four-slice wide slot electric toasters model CET 401. These toasters are made of stainless steel and measure 12 inches long, 13 inches wide and 8 inches high. Each toaster has "Cook's Essentials Classic Look Toaster, Model: CET401" printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.