Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Black & Decker® brand Infrawave™ Toasters
Date of Recall
2007-12-05CPSC Release Number
08-111Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 556-9439Units
About 70,000Distributor
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.Sold By
Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2007 through November 2007 for about $50.Problem/Hazard
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
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.Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.Consumer 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.comRecall Comments
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