CPSC

Cook's Essential Electric Toasters Recalled for Fire Hazard

Recalled Electric Toaster
Recalled Electric Toaster

Hazard

The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and return it to QVC using the prepaid shipping labels that QVC will provide. Consumers who return their toasters will receive a full refund of the purchase price, plus shipping and handling.

Consumer Contact

Consumers who bought a toaster from QVC's television program or at QVC.com were sent a package by mail containing information on how to receive a refund. Any consumer who bought a toaster at a QVC outlet or retail store should return the toaster to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. Consumers who have not received the information package should call QVC at (800) 367- 9444 from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, any day or visit the firm's Web site at www.qvc.com

Products

Cook's Essential Electric Toasters

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

QVC's televised shopping programs, Web page, toll-free number, outlet, and employee and Studio stores from May 2000 through May 2003 for between $50 and $60.