Recalls / 2006-06-14
Electronic Pressure Cookers Sold by QVC Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
06557 · Recalled 2006-06-14 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled electronic pressure cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11 inches high, 11 inches wide and 15 inches long and was sold in white.
Hazards
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, and hot contents can be expelled, posing a burn hazard.
Reported injuries
QVC has no known reports of consumer incidents or injuries associated with this product. QVC is voluntarily implementing this recall based on 43 reports of failure incidents, including 37 reports of burn injuries, reported by another retailer that sold the same model Welbilt electronic pressure cooker. The known burn injuries include various degrees of burns, including at least four third degree burns.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled pressure cookers immediately and contact QVC to receive a refund of the purchase price.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers | About 900 |
Parties
- Distributor
- QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
- Made in
- South Korea
- Sold at
- QVC through its telemarketing channel, its web page, its toll-free number
Consumer contact
For more information, call QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET any day, or visit QVC's web site at www.qvc.com
Source: CPSC recall 06557. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.