CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Drip Pans
CPSC recall 02197 · announced July 9, 2002 · Dollar Tree Stores · 294,000 units affected
The product
The recalled drip pans were sold in various sizes, ranging from 6 to 9 inches in diameter. The SKU Number 845289 is either on the pan or on a cardboard insert in the package. All of the drip pans are black.
The hazard
These drip pans are used under the burners of kitchen ranges to catch food that drips while cooking. The hot burners can ignite the drip pans and pose a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the drip pans immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Dollar Tree Stores has received seven reports of the drip pans catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Dollar Tree Stores sold these drip pans nationwide, from April 2002 to May 2002, for about $1.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., at (800) 876-8077 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.