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Bodum Recalls Toasters Due to Shock Hazard

  • Two-slice model, with SKU 10709-16-4
  • Four-Slice Model with SKU 11840-16
Name of Product:
Bodum Bistro Toasters
Hazard:

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

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
July 17, 2019
Units:
About 2,400 (In addition, about 1,480 in Canada)
Consumer Contact

Bodum toll-free at 833-722-6386 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.bodum.com and click on Product Advisories for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves two models of the Bodum Bistro toaster in stainless steel: (1) a two-slice model with SKU 10709-16-4 and (2) a four-slice model with SKU 11840-16.  The SKU number appears on the bottom of the toaster. The word “Bodum” is embossed on the side of the products.

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

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

Sold At:
Home appliance stores nationwide and online at Amazon.comand other websites from September 2018 through June 2019 for between $24 and $44.
Manufacturer(s):
EnTech Products Ltd., of Hong Kong, China
Importer(s):

Bodum USA Inc., New York, N.Y.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
19-169
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