Calphalon Corp. · Recalled
CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Kettles
The kettle's cover traps steam inside of the kettle, causing an increase in pressure. This forces hot water to rise and escape through the spout, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 13,000
- Reports
- 13
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $40
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled kettles are stainless steel, have a glass cover, and have the model number 4302, which is located on the bottom of the kettle. The kettles, which can hold 2 quarts of water, also have the name "Calphalon" printed on the glass cover. Kettles that have a green sticker next to the bar code on the bottom of the box contain retrofitted covers and are not included in this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Department stores and specialty catalogs nationwide sold these kettles, between October 2001 and January 2002, for about $40.
- Product type
- Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Calphalon Corp., Toledo, Ohio
Incident log
CPSC and Calphalon have received reports of 13 incidents, including three minor burn injuries. Hot water splashed on two adult's hands and an 18-month-old child's scalp.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these kettles immediately, to receive a free replacement cover.
Consumers can call Calphalon at (800) 809-7267 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated FEB 21 2002; last revised AUG 21 2025.