CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Water heated in the teakettles can spill and spray while being poured, posing a burn hazard.
Rachael Ray™ Brand Two Quart Teakettle Recalled by Meyer Corporation, U.S. Due to Burn Hazard
The recalled product is a Rachael Ray™ brand two quart teakettle. The teakettle has a stainless steel lid with a black handle and comes in four body colors: orange, blue, green and yellow. The teakettle's spout is opened by pushing forward a small black sliding piece on the teakettle's handle.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using this product. Known consumers were mailed instructions for obtaining a replacement. Consumers should contact the firm to arrange for a replacement teakettle.
Contact Information
For additional information or to obtain a replacement teakettle, please contact Meyer U.S. at (877) 782-8242 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.meyer.com/rrteakettlerecall
Recall Details
Sold At
The teakettles were sold at a variety of department, housewares and gourmet kitchen stores and at discount and online retailers. The teakettles were sold from December 2008 through October 2010 for between $18 and $40.
Injuries
The firm received eight complaints regarding the spilling of hot water from the teakettle's spout. Four of the complaints included reports of burn injuries.
Manufacturer
Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
11059
Product Information
Product Name
Rachael Ray™ Brand Two Quart Teakettle
Product Type
Coffee Makers or Teapots
Number of Units
About 59,000
Manufacturer Name
Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif.
Manufactured In
Thailand