Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Recall 16062 · Jan 12, 2016 · Walmart
330,000
units affected
330,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16062
- Date
- Jan 12, 2016
- Company
- Walmart
- Units affected
- 330,000
- Product
- Rival brand griddles
- Product type
- Electric Griddles
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.
What can happen
The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.
The fix
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled rival brand griddles?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.
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.