Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced March 19, 2008 CPSC #08227

Quick answer

Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #08227, announced on March 19, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster. The remedy is consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.. Affected brand: Salton Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

Affected products

Electric Toasters

Recalled brands

Salton Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.

Recall date

March 19, 2008

Categories

Toasters/Toaster Ovens

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08227?

CPSC recall #08227 covers Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 19, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

What is the remedy for recall #08227?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08227 is consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Salton-Inc-Recalls-Electric-Toasters-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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