Viking Range Corp. · Recalled
Viking Range Corp. Recalls Toasters Due to Shock Hazard
Wiring inside the toaster can become loose and contact the toaster body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 10,000
- Reports
- 5
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $300
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recall involves Viking Professional Four-Slot Toasters, model numbers VT400WH, VT400BK, VT400GG, VT400SG, VT400BR and VT400CB. The toaster has a label on its underside that states in part, "Viking, UL Listed 73D3, Viking Range Corporation, Model VT400 Series".
The file
- Sold at
- Culinary products retailers, online dealers, and Viking's web site from April 2005 through November 2008 for about $300.
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Viking Range Corp., of Greenwood, Miss.
Incident log
Viking has received five reports from consumers who experienced minor shock when touching the outside of the toaster.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately and unplug it, and contact Viking to obtain a free replacement toaster.
For additional information, contact Viking toll-free at (888) 267-4460 Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central time, and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Central time, or visit the firm's Web site at www.vikingrange.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 JAN 06 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.