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Toasters Recalled by Hamilton Beach Due to Fire Hazard

Change to hours of operation. The firm’s Recall Hotline phone number has been changed to 800-851-8900 (May 1, 2024).

  • Recalled toaster
Name of Product:
Hamilton Beach® classic chrome 2-slice toasters
Hazard:

When the toasters are first plugged into the outlets, the heating element can be energized although the toaster lifter is in the up or off position, which can pose a fire hazard if the toaster is near flammable items.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
December 15, 2011
Units:

About 14,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Hamilton Beach at 800-851-8900, between between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.hamiltonbeach.com. General toaster safety information available from Hamilton Beach athttp://tinyurl.com/43va5sd.

Recall Details

Description:

The Hamilton Beach recall involves model 22602 toasters. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toaster. The toaster has a chromed steel exterior, a front control panel with a rotary toast shade selector and function buttons arranged in an arc, a front removable crumb tray and "Hamilton Beach" printed below the control panel.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and contact the firm to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement toaster.

Incidents/Injuries:

Hamilton Beach has received 5 reports of toasters being energized when first plugged into an outlet. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

Sold At:
Mass merchandisers and department, grocery and home center stores nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $19 and $34. Also, some of these toasters were sent to consumers as replacements for model 22600 toasters recalled in June 2011.
Importer(s):

Hamilton Beach Brands Inc., of Glen Allen, Va.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
12-057

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