JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 08216 · announced March 12, 2008 · Jcpenney · 27,000 units affected
The product
The Cooks deep fryer has a brushed stainless steel exterior, a wire mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a window and black handles. The deep fryer has a 1/3-gallon capacity. "Cooks" is stamped on the side of the deep fryer. Model number 22016 is printed on the bottom of the deep fryer.
The hazard
The deep fryer has a faulty heating element, which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): JCPenney is aware of five incidents involving the deep fryers, including one report of a minor burn and three reports of damaged countertops.
Sold at: JCPenney's stores nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.