JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Cooks Deep Fryers

Date of Recall
2008-03-11

CPSC Release Number
08-216

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(888) 333-6063

Units
About 27,000

Importer
JCPenney, of Plano, Texas

Sold By
JCPenney’s stores nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.

Problem/Hazard
The deep fryer has a faulty heating element which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
JCPenney is aware of five incidents involving the deep fryers, including one report of a minor burn and three reports of damaged countertops.

Description
The Cooks deep fryer has a brushed stainless steel exterior, a wire mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a window and black handles. The deep fryer has a 1/3-gallon capacity. “Cooks” is stamped on the side of the deep fryer. Model number 22016 is printed on the bottom of the deep fryer.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jcp.com

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