Recall #15-741 · Published July 15, 2015

Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers

Instant Pot Pressure Cookers Recalled by Double Insight Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers from Instant Pot 'Smart' on July 15, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The thermal probe in the base can conduct electricity throughout the cooker, posing a risk of electric shock. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Instant Pot for instructions to receive a free replacement base, which consists of the entire bottom of the pressure cooker including the control panel. The firm is contacting all purchasers directly.

Instant Pot “Smart” model pressure cooker
Instant Pot “Smart” model pressure cooker
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What to check on the product label

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Additional identifying details

The serial numbers and dates are printed on a label on the bottom of the pressure cooker's base.

Why it was recalled

The thermal probe in the base can conduct electricity throughout the cooker, posing a risk of electric shock.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received reports from three consumers of being shocked while using the pressure cooker.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Instant Pot for instructions to receive a free replacement base, which consists of the entire bottom of the pressure cooker including the control panel. The firm is contacting all purchasers directly.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Recall number
15-741
Units
About 1,000 (in addition, 140 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Online at Instantpot.com and Amazon.com from November 2014 through May 2015 for about $250.
Importer
Double Insight Inc., of Canada

Instant Pot 'Smart' pressure cookers

CPSC product type: Pressure Cookers or Canners

Recall contact information

Instant Pot at (800) 828-7280 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or at http://instantpot.com and click on "Instant Pot Smart recall" under "Useful Information" for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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