Le Creuset Recalls Glass Lids Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled February 23, 2011 · CPSC recall 11142 · Le Creuset

Hazard

The glass lids can crack or break during use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lids immediately and return them to Le Creuset for a full refund of the purchase price.

Units

About 1,800

Incidents / injuries

Le Creuset has received five reports of lids breaking in use. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Le Creuset glass lids sold after October 2010. The clear glass lids measure between about 9 inches (24 cm) and about 12 inches (30 cm) and have "Le Creuset" stamped on the metal handles. The affected models include: 24cm glass lid, 28cm glass lid, and 30cm glass lid (including 30cm glass lids sold as part of the Le Creuset Forged Hard-Anodized 30cm Shallow Casserole with Lid set).

What to do

Consumers should stop using these lids immediately and return them to Le Creuset for a full refund of the purchase price.

Contact

For additional information, contact Le Creuset toll-free at (866) 747-0186 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email Le Creuset at [email protected] or visit the company's website at www.lecreuset.com/en-us/

Product

Le Creuset glass lids

Imported by

Le Creuset of America Inc., of Early Branch, S.C.

Retailers

Le Creuset and other retailers nationwide from October 2010 through January 2011 for $20 for individual glass lids and $160 when part of a casserole set.

Made in

China

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