Recalls / 2018-08-02

Rena Ware Recalls Nutrex Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

18752 · Recalled 2018-08-02 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Nutrex pressure cookers with model number 2153. The pressure cookers are silver colored with black handles. A blue gasket is attached on the inside of the cover. Model number 2153.DW, the month and year of production and Rena Ware are stamped on the bottom of the unit. "DONG WON" is stamped on the base of the main valve. "DWM" is stamped on the blue gasket.

Hazards

The recalled pressure cookers can discharge steam at lower pressures than intended, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 13 reports of unintended depressurization, including five reported burn injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Rena Ware for a free repair. Rena Ware is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Nutrex pressure cookers™		About 700

Parties

Importer: Rena Ware International Inc., of Bellevue, Wash.
Distributor: Rena Ware International Inc., of Bellevue, Wash.
Made in: South Korea
Sold at: Through Rena Ware sales representatives, $820.

Consumer contact

Rena Ware toll-free at 877-736-2487 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by email at CustomerService@RenaWare.com, or online at http://www.renaware.com and click on the “Consumer Notifications” link at the bottom of the page for more information.

More images

The main valve of the lid with “DONG WON”

Source: CPSC recall 18752. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.