Bodum Bistro Toasters recall 19-169

Bodum Bistro Toasters

Bodum Recalls Toasters Due to Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Bodum Bistro Toasters from Bodum Bistro on July 17, 2019. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled toasters can leak electric current when operating at the maximum normal temperature, posing a shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or contact Bodum to receive a prepaid mailer to return the toaster for a full refund.

What to check on the product label

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Why it was recalled

The recalled toasters can leak electric current when operating at the maximum normal temperature, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

No injuries have been reported in the U.S. There were eight reports of consumers being shocked when touching the toaster in Canada.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or contact Bodum to receive a prepaid mailer to return the toaster for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand: Bodum Bistro
Manufacturer: EnTech Products Ltd., of Hong Kong, China
Recall number: 19-169
Units: About 2,400 (In addition, about 1,480 in Canada)
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Crate & Barrel and home appliance stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from September 2018 through June 2019 for between $24 and $44.
Importer: Bodum USA Inc., New York, N.Y.