Calphalon Recalls Blenders Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC recall 14012 · announced October 31, 2013 · Calphalon · 22,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Calphalon XL 9 speed blenders, model 1832449, also identified as model ME600BL. The model number is located on the underside of the blender's base. The blender consists of a 5-inch tall, brushed-aluminum base with cord storage, the Calphalon logo in black letters at the front, and nine black/white speed selectors with labeling, plus the power button. It also has a clear 56-ounce glass pitcher with a handle and U.S. and metric volume measurement markings; a black plastic lid with a removable clear plastic lid stopper/measuring cup; and a metal blade assembly with six-sided, stainless steel blades.
The hazard
A piece of the blender's mixing blade unit can break off during use, posing an injury hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blender and contact Calphalon for a free repair kit. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Calphalon has received four reports of a piece of the blender's mixing blade breaking off. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Bed Bath & Beyond, Kohl's, JCPenney, Macy's and other major retail stores nationwide and online at Calphalon.com, Amazon.com, Cooking.com, and Zappos.com, among others, from September 2012 through September 2013 for about $130.
Consumer contact: Calphalon at (800)-809-7267, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.Calphalon.com and click on "XL 9 Speed Blender Recall Information" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.