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Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled December 5, 2007 · CPSC recall 08111 · Black & Decker
Hazard
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
Units
About 70,000
Incidents / injuries
Applica has received two reports of the toasters igniting, including one report of fire that damaged a kitchen countertop and cabinets. There have been no reported injuries.
Description
The recalled two-slice toaster is black with stainless steel trim and has a digital display below the toaster lever. The Black & Decker® brand name is on the top of the toaster. Model number ST2000 is printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the toaster.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Applica at (800) 556-9439 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at http://www.acprecall.com
Product
Black & Decker® brand Infrawave™ Toasters
Distributed by
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.
Retailers
Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2007 through November 2007 for about $50.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →