Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Active Recall Announced January 12, 2016 CPSC #16062

Quick answer

Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart is CPSC recall #16062, announced on January 12, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial. The remedy is consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any walmart store for a full refund.. Affected brand: Walmart Stores Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.

Affected products

Rival brand griddles

Recalled brands

Walmart Stores Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.

Recall date

January 12, 2016

Categories

Electric Griddles

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16062?

CPSC recall #16062 covers Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 12, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.

What is the remedy for recall #16062?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16062 is consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any walmart store for 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 Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart 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/2016/Walmart-Recalls-Rival-Griddles. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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