Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 08111 · Dec 5, 2007 · Applica Consumer Products Inc.
70,000
units affected
70,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08111
- Date
- Dec 5, 2007
- Company
- Applica Consumer Products Inc.
- Units affected
- 70,000
- Product
- Black & Decker® brand Infrawave™ Toasters
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled two-slice toaster is black with stainless steel trim and has a digital display below the toaster lever. The Black & Decker® brand name is on the top of the toaster. Model number ST2000 is printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the toaster.
What can happen
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Applica has received two reports of the toasters igniting, including one report of fire that damaged a kitchen countertop and cabinets. There have been no reported injuries.
- Sold at
- Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2007 through November 2007 for about $50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled black & decker® brand infrawave™ toasters?
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
What is the hazard?
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.