CPSCGeneral Alert
Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard
Published: May 25, 2011Recall ID: 11227Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves GE-branded digital, 14-cup food processors. The food processors are black with stainless steel trim, and model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit.
Affected Products
General Electric® Food Processors
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Walmart-Recalls-GE-Food-Processors-Due-to-Laceration-and-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | Walmart Recalls GE Food Processors Due to Laceration and Fire Hazard |
| Hazards › Name | The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | Walmart has received a total of 58 incident reports: 24 reports of the food processor operating without the lid in place, of which 21 resulted in injuries to fingertips; and 34 reports of the unit smoking, including 3 reports of fires. |
| Products › Name | General Electric® Food Processors |
| Products › Type | Food Dehydrator/Preserver/Processor |
| Products › Category I D | 1951 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 255,000 |
| Recall I D | 681 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. |
| Retailers › Name | Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com from September 2009 through February 2011 for a retail price of about $50. |
| Recall Date | 2011-05-25T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves GE-branded digital, 14-cup food processors. The food processors are black with stainless steel trim, and model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit. |
| Recall Number | 11227 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Walmart Customer Service toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmartstores.com/recalls |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |