Toasters Recalled by Hamilton Beach Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-12-15 · 12057
Hazards
When the toasters are first plugged into the outlets, the heating element can be energized although the toaster lifter is in the up or off position, which can pose a fire hazard if the toaster is near flammable items.
Recall
Number
12057
Date
2011-12-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Hamilton Beach® classic chrome 2-slice toasters
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Mass merchandisers and department, grocery and home center stores nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $19 and $34. Also, some of these toasters were sent to consumers as replacements for model 22600 toasters recalled in June 2011.
Importer(s)
Hamilton Beach Brands Inc., of Glen Allen, Va.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The Hamilton Beach recall involves model 22602 toasters. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toaster. The toaster has a chromed steel exterior, a front control panel with a rotary toast shade selector and function buttons arranged in an arc, a front removable crumb tray and "Hamilton Beach" printed below the control panel.