Slow Cookers Recalled by Sensio Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Kohl's Department Stores
CPSC recall 10328 · announced August 31, 2010 · Sensio Inc. Of Montreal, Quebec, Canada · 25,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Bella Kitchen 5-quart programmable slow cookers. Only slow cookers with model number WJ-5000DE and date codes 0907 or 0909 are included in this recall. The slow cookers are black and "Bella Kitchen" is marked on the control panel. The model number and the four-digit date code are printed on a label on the underside.
The hazard
The slow cooker's control panel can overheat and melt, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the slow cooker immediately, unplug it and contact Sensio for information on receiving a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Sensio has received 60 reports of the control panels of the slow cookers smoking, melting and sparking and three reports of panels catching fire. Fourteen incidents resulted in minor damage to countertops.
Sold at: Exclusively at Kohl's Department stores from July 2009 through December 2009 for between $20 and $40.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Sensio toll-free at (888) 296-9675 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.acbpromotions.com/sensiorecall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.