W.P. Appliances Inc. · Recalled
W.P. Appliances Inc. Recalls Wolfgang Puck Toaster Oven/Toasters
The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 7,040
- Reports
- 7
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $100
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled toasters have model #WPTOT010 with date codes 3608, 3908, 0407, 0607, or 0807 or model # BTOT0010 with date code 0207. The model numbers and date codes are located on an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label, which is affixed to the back of the unit. The black and stainless steel toasters have "Wolfgang Puck" or "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the lower front right corner. They feature a stainless steel handle on the oven door, three black knobs for controlling cooking, and a black push-down lever for toasting. Two slots for toasting bread and similar products are located on the top of the toaster.
The file
- Sold at
- Frontgate catalogs and HSN nationwide from March 2007 through March 2009 for about $100.
- Product type
- Toasters/Toaster Ovens
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Frontgate of West Chester, Ohio, Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China, The Home Shopping Network (HSN) of St. Petersburg, Fla.
Incident log
The firm has received seven reports of the toaster remaining on after the toast popped up. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers have been notified directly by mail.
For additional information, contact W.P. Appliances toll-free at (866) 510-9670 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., or e-mail the firm at ovenrec@wphousewares.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 JUN 12 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.