Recalls / 2011-11-10

W.P. Appliances Recalls Combination Grills/Griddles Due to Overheating and Electrical Shock Hazards; Sold Exclusively at HSN

12703 · Recalled 2011-11-10 · CPSC page

Description

This recall includes Wolfgang Puck brand combination electric grills/griddles with dual thermostatic controls and model number BRTGG010. The grills measure about 14.5 inches in width, 11 inches in depth and 6.5 inches in height. The model number is located on an ETL/Intertek foil sticker label affixed to the bottom of the unit. The stainless steel grills/griddles have "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the front of the unit next to the control dials. They feature a stainless steel handle used to compress the top and bottom grill plates.

Hazards

A defect in the electrical wiring of the electric grills/griddles can pose a risk of overheating, melting and an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

The firm has received four reports of electrical shock and two reports of melted plastic housing.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled combination grills/griddles and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the grills/griddles for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Wolfgang Puck Electric Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddles		About 27,000

Parties

Manufacturer: YouO Electric Appliances Co. Ltd.
Importer: W.P. Appliances Inc., of Hollywood, Fla.
Made in: China
Sold at: The Home Shopping Network (HSN) nationwide, HSN's telephone ordering system, online at www.HSN.com for about one week, 2011 through May 6, 2011 for about $100.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact W.P. Appliances toll-free at (855) 666-0478 anytime, or visit the firm's recall website at www.brtgg010-recall.com

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Source: CPSC recall 12703. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.