W.P. Appliances Inc. Recalls Wolfgang Puck Toaster Oven/Toasters
Recall 09746 · Jun 12, 2009 · W.P. Appliances Inc.
7,040
units affected
7,040
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09746
- Date
- Jun 12, 2009
- Company
- W.P. Appliances Inc.
- Units affected
- 7,040
- Product
- Wolfgang Puck Toaster Oven/Toasters
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled toasters have model #WPTOT010 with date codes 3608, 3908, 0407, 0607, or 0807 or model # BTOT0010 with date code 0207. The model numbers and date codes are located on an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label, which is affixed to the back of the unit. The black and stainless steel toasters have "Wolfgang Puck" or "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the lower front right corner. They feature a stainless steel handle on the oven door, three black knobs for controlling cooking, and a black push-down lever for toasting. Two slots for toasting bread and similar products are located on the top of the toaster.
What can happen
The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers have been notified directly by mail.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received seven reports of the toaster remaining on after the toast popped up. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Frontgate catalogs and HSN nationwide from March 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled wolfgang puck toaster oven/toasters?
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers have been notified directly by mail.
What is the hazard?
The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, 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.