Manttra · Recalled
Pressure Cookers Recalled By Manttra Inc. Due to Burn Hazard
If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.
- Units
- About 38,250
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $70–$100
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Manttra Smart Series five-piece stainless steel multi cooker sets. The set includes a pressure lid, glass lid, steamer basket, wire trivet, and stock/pressure pot. Model/code number 38270 is stamped on the base of the 8-quart stainless steel cooker.
The file
- Sold at
- Major department stores nationwide from June 2003 through April 2007 for between $70 and $100.
- Product type
- Cookers & Cookware
- Made in
- India
- Recalled by
- Manttra Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va., TTK Prestige Ltd., of India
Incident log
Manttra has received two reports of hot contents spilling out of the pressure cookers, resulting in minor burn injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the pressure cookers and contact Manttra Inc. to receive a new replacement pressure valve (ZPD valve).
For additional information, contact Manttra Inc. toll-free at (877) 962-6887 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.manttra.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 DEC 21 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.