CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The lid on the tea kettle can come loose during handling, posing a burn hazard to the consumer.
Tea Kettles Recalled by Wilton Industries Due to Burn Hazard
This recall involves the Copco Harmony tea kettles. The kettles come in stainless steel brushed and polished finishes and enamel finishes in red, white, black, turquoise, orange, yellow and blue. Copco tea kettles in other styles are not included in the recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using these tea kettles. If the consumer has a stainless tea kettle, contact Wilton for a free replacement lid. If the consumer has an enamel tea kettle, contact Wilton for a free replacement tea kettle or a refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Wilton Industries, Inc. at (800) 794-5866 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday, and between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. CT Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.copco.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Retailers nationwide from March 2006 through June 2009 for about $30.
Injuries
The firm is aware of 25 incidents of the lid coming loose. Second-degree burns to hands and fingers have been reported.
Recall Number
09268
Product Information
Product Name
Copco Harmony Tea Kettles
Product Type
Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Number of Units
About 142,000
Distributed By
Wilton Industries Inc., of Woodridge, Ill.
Manufactured In
Thailand