Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-03-19 · 08227
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
08227
Date
2008-03-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Electric Toasters
Companies
Retailer(s)
Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.
Distributor(s)
Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.