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Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard

Published: May 8, 2008Recall ID: 08263Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. "Munchkin" is located on the front of the warmer and "TP-1487" is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number "TP-1487" are included in this recall.

Affected Products

Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Baby-Bottle-and-Food-Warmers-Recalled-by-Munchkin-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
TitleBaby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/a46a92ec6a8640b1a05007a0ff12f25e.jpg
Images › 1 › CaptionRecalled Bottle and Food Warmer
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/51076e0fd45e41da8bcc3bcb2af1534d.jpg
Images › 2 › CaptionUnderside of Recalled Bottle and Food Warmer, showing the location of the 6-digit alphanumeric code
Images › 3 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/23d4a447d1984467997d0fa4d3a4a133.jpg
Images › 3 › CaptionLlcation of the 6-digit lot code on label
Hazards › NameThe bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries › NameMunchkin has received nine reports of units overheating, several of which ignited, causing damage to countertops. No injuries have been reported.
Products › NameDeluxe Bottle and Food Warmers
Products › TypeBaby Bottle/Food Warmers
Products › Category I D1830
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 5,000
Recall I D4286
Remedies › NameConsumers should stop using bottle and food warmers with lot number TP-1487 immediately and contact Munchkin to receive a free replacement.
Retailers › NameVarious retailers nationwide and company's catalog from June 2007 through April 2008 for about $20.
Recall Date2008-05-08T00:00:00
DescriptionThis recall involves the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. "Munchkin" is located on the front of the warmer and "TP-1487" is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number "TP-1487" are included in this recall.
Product U P Cs › U P C735282133015
Recall Number08263
Manufacturers › NameMunchkin Inc., of North Hills, Calif.
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact customer service toll-free at (866) 619-8673 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.munchkin.com
Last Publish Date2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

Overview

  • Recalling FirmMunchkin Inc., of North Hills, Calif.
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