Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 11227 · announced May 25, 2011 · Walmart Stores · 255,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves GE-branded digital, 14-cup food processors. The food processors are black with stainless steel trim, and model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit.
The hazard
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Walmart has received a total of 58 incident reports: 24 reports of the food processor operating without the lid in place, of which 21 resulted in injuries to fingertips; and 34 reports of the unit smoking, including 3 reports of fires.
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com from September 2009 through February 2011 for a retail price of about $50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Walmart Customer Service toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmartstores.com/recalls
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.