Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-05-25 · 11227
Hazards
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
11227
Date
2011-05-25
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
General Electric® Food Processors
Companies
Retailer(s)
Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com from September 2009 through February 2011 for a retail price of about $50.
Importer(s)
Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves GE-branded digital, 14-cup food processors. The food processors are black with stainless steel trim, and model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit.