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Affected model numbers
KPTT780PMKPTT780ERKPTT780BUKPTT780TGKPTT890PMKPTT890ERKPTT890BUKPTT890TGCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: KPTT780PM, KPTT780ER, KPTT780BU, KPTT780TG, KPTT890PM, KPTT890ER, KPTT890BU, KPTT890TG.
Why it was recalled
An interruption of power to the toaster can cause the heating elements to unexpectedly self-start and could ignite any flammable items left on top of the unit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Whirlpool has received three reports of incidents involving heating elements unexpectedly self-starting, including one case outside the U.S., in which items on top of a toaster caught on fire. There are no reports of personal injury or property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the toaster and contact KitchenAid® to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers should not return the toaster to the retailer where it was purchased, as retailers are not prepared to take them back.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- KitchenAid® ProLine®
- Recall number
- 05-142
- Units
- About 40,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Various catalogs and specialty retailers nationwide, from August 2003 through January 2005, for between $250 and $300.
- Importer
- Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich.
KitchenAid® ProLine® Toasters
CPSC product type: Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Recall contact information
Consumers should call KitchenAid® at (800) 874-0608 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.KitchenAid.com/repair
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