HSN LP Recalls Ultrex-Brand Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard
Recall 07509 · Nov 30, 2006 · Hsn Lp
1,450
units affected
1,450
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07509
- Date
- Nov 30, 2006
- Company
- Hsn Lp
- Units affected
- 1,450
- Product
- Ultrex-brand Pressure Cookers
- Product type
- Cookers & Cookware
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled product is the Ultrex-brand 8-quart pressure cooker set, model number 11453. The set includes a pressure cooker and optional steamer basket. The model number is stamped on the bottom of the pot.
What can happen
The pressure cooker's lid can open while its contents are under pressure, allowing the hot contents to be expelled and causing burn injuries to bystanders.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these products immediately. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- HSN has received two reports of injuries, which involve second and third degree burns to the upper arm and an unspecified burn injury.
- Sold at
- HSN's television network, Web site, through its toll-free number and an employee store in St. Petersburg, Fla., from June 2003 through October 2004 for about $90.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ultrex-brand pressure cookers?
Consumers should stop using these products immediately. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
What is the hazard?
The pressure cooker's lid can open while its contents are under pressure, allowing the hot contents to be expelled and causing burn injuries to bystanders.
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.