Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Recall 08413 · Sep 30, 2008 · Wal-Mart
210,000
units affected
210,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08413
- Date
- Sep 30, 2008
- Company
- Wal-Mart
- Units affected
- 210,000
- Product
- General Electric Toasters
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled toasters have a chrome steel body, a black plastic base and controls with either two or four openings on the top. The GE logo is located on the front of the toasters just above the controls. Model numbers 169115 and 169116 are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toasters. 4-Slice 169115 2-Slice 169116
What can happen
An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to any Wal-Mart for a full refund or replacement toaster.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Wal-Mart has received 140 reports of fires or sparks coming from the toasters or the toasters tripping the circuit breaker in consumers' homes. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for between $17 and $28.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled general electric toasters?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to any Wal-Mart for a full refund or replacement toaster.
What is the hazard?
An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical 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.