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Affected model numbers
ACJ-250"ACJ-250" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the bottom of the juicer on a silver label.
Why it was recalled
The juicer's filter and lid can break apart and project metal and plastic into the air, causing injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Aroma Housewares has received two additional reports of the redesigned juicer's filter and lid breaking apart, resulting in two consumers suffering minor injuries. There have been 32 reports of the original juicer breaking, and 32 reports of injuries. Seven of these injuries required stitches and one required surgery for lacerated arteries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled juice extractors immediately, and call the company for information on receiving a refund. Even if consumers previously received a replacement juicer as part of the original recall, they should contact Aroma Housewares for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Aroma Housewares Co.
- Recall number
- 02-204
- Units
- About 117,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount specialty and department stores sold the recalled juice extractors, from March 1996 through July 2002, for about $25.
- Importer
- Aroma Housewares Co., of San Diego, Calif.
ACJ-250 Aroma Juice Extractors
CPSC product type: Juice Extractors/Mixers
Recall contact information
Consumers should call Aroma Housewares at (800) 276-6286 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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