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CPSC, Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Steam Iron

Recalled August 15, 2002 · CPSC recall 02552 · Proctor-Silex

Recalled Proctor-Silex steam iron diagram, showing location of model number

Hazard

The circuit board inside the steam iron can ignite and present a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the iron immediately and call the company toll-free to arrange for a free replacement.

Units

Approximately 970

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled irons (model 17520) are made of purple and white plastic. The "Proctor Silex" trademark is displayed on the side in white letters. The iron was packaged in a white cardboard box with gray lettering, labeled, in part, "EASY PRESS IRON....Model 17520.....Series A1320." The model number 17520 and the series number are located on the back side of the iron, at the bottom. They were manufactured in China.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the iron immediately and call the company toll-free to arrange for a free replacement.

Contact

For more information, contact Proctor-Silex toll free, at (800) 672-5872, 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product

Proctor-Silex steam irons

Imported by

Proctor-Silex, of Glen Allen, Va.

Retailers

Shopko and Auchan stores sold these irons, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $18.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →