CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2002-09-09

CPSC, Popeil Inventions Inc. Announce Recall of Heating Elements from Electric Rotisseries

02561 · Recalled 2002-09-09 · CPSC page

Popeil Rotisserie
Popeil Rotisserie

Description

These model number 4000 Showtime Rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, have a serial number beginning with ST-AAKa, located on the back, near the bottom of the units. "Ronco Showtime BBQ" is written on the front glass and the model number is printed on the back.

Hazards

Certain units have been found to leak current from the heating element, posing a risk of electric shock.

Reported injuries

The firm has received reports from 17 consumers, some of whom allegedly have suffered electric shocks while using these rotisseries. No serious injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Repair to the Model 4000 Showtime Rotisseries bearing serial numbers beginning with ST-AAKa is necessary to assure continued safe operation. To receive the free repair, that includes the cost of shipping, contact Popeil Inventions Inc. Popeil Inventions Inc. was able to notify all customers by direct mail and through notice posted on its web site.

Products

NameModelUnits
Heating Elements from Electric RotisseriesAbout 37,500

Parties

Manufacturer
Popeil Inventions Inc.
Sold at
Television infomercials, web sites sold these rotisseries, manufactured in October 1999, nationwide

Consumer contact

To receive the free repair, that includes the cost of shipping, call Popeil Inventions Inc. toll-free at (800) 274-7417 between 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's web site at www.ronco.com Popeil Inventions Inc. was able to notify all customers by direct mail and through notice posted on its web site.

Source: CPSC recall 02561. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.