Garlic Press/Slicers Recalled by Trudeau Corporation Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled September 16, 2009 · CPSC recall 09343 · Garlic

Hazard

The garlic duo's slicer blades can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Garlic Duo immediately and contact Trudeau for directions on how to return the recalled product and receive a free replacement garlic press and a complimentary set of 3 flipper measuring spoons.

Units

About 22,000

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received four reports of the product's slicer blades breaking.

Description

This product is a combination garlic press and slicer. Recalled model numbers 998009, 998010 or 998010CB were printed on the product's packing card, hang tag, or UPC label, but not on the product. The units have "Trudeau" embossed on the handle.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Trudeau toll-free at (888) 887 8332 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday to Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.trudeaucorp.com

Product

Trudeau Garlic Duo Slicers

Manufacturer(s)

Trudeau Corporation, of Canada

Retailers

Department and retail stores nationwide for about $20.

Made in

China

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