CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
Contact Information
Contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.esalton.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.
Injuries
None.
Recall Number
08227
Product Information
Product Name
Electric Toasters
Product Type
Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Number of Units
About 12,000 (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2007)
Distributed By
Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Manufactured In
China