Fingerhut Recalls Chef's Mark Cookware Sets Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 09714 · announced December 18, 2008 · Fingerhut Direct Marketing · 9,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Chef's Mark® 15-piece cookware sets with model number 515 and Fingerhut product code H6637. The model number and product code are printed on the cookware's packaging. The non-stick cookware has red, green, black, blue or purple exteriors, black handles, glass lids and came with spoons, spatulas and ladles.
The hazard
The handles on the cookware can break, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the cookware immediately and contact Fingerhut to receive a free repair kit. Fingerhut is directly contacting purchasers.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Fingerhut has received six reports of handles breaking including three reports of minor burn injuries to consumers.
Sold at: Fingerhut catalogs and Fingerhut.com from January 2008 through October 2008 for about $80.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Fingerhut toll-free at (866) 931-5417 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fingerhut.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.