HSN LP · Recalled
HSN LP Recalls Ultrex-Brand Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard
The pressure cooker's lid can open while its contents are under pressure, allowing the hot contents to be expelled and causing burn injuries to bystanders.
- Units
- About 1,450
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $90
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled product is the Ultrex-brand 8-quart pressure cooker set, model number 11453. The set includes a pressure cooker and optional steamer basket. The model number is stamped on the bottom of the pot.
The file
- Sold at
- HSN's television network, Web site, through its toll-free number and an employee store in St. Petersburg, Fla., from June 2003 through October 2004 for about $90.
- Product type
- Cookers & Cookware
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla., Innova Inc., of Davenport, Iowa
Incident log
HSN has received two reports of injuries, which involve second and third degree burns to the upper arm and an unspecified burn injury.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these products immediately. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
For more information, consumers should contact HSN at (877) 710-1527 anytime or visit their Web site at www.hsn.com
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 NOV 30 2006; last revised MAY 23 2014.