Viking Range Corp. Recalls Toasters Due to Shock Hazard
Recall 09081 · Jan 6, 2009 · Viking Range Corp.
10,000
units affected
10,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09081
- Date
- Jan 6, 2009
- Company
- Viking Range Corp.
- Units affected
- 10,000
- Product
- Four-Slice Slot Electric Toasters
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
The recall involves Viking Professional Four-Slot Toasters, model numbers VT400WH, VT400BK, VT400GG, VT400SG, VT400BR and VT400CB. The toaster has a label on its underside that states in part, "Viking, UL Listed 73D3, Viking Range Corporation, Model VT400 Series".
What can happen
Wiring inside the toaster can become loose and contact the toaster body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately and unplug it, and contact Viking to obtain a free replacement toaster.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Viking has received five reports from consumers who experienced minor shock when touching the outside of the toaster.
- Sold at
- Culinary products retailers, online dealers, and Viking's web site from April 2005 through November 2008 for about $300.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled four-slice slot electric toasters?
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately and unplug it, and contact Viking to obtain a free replacement toaster.
What is the hazard?
Wiring inside the toaster can become loose and contact the toaster body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
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.