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CPSC, Applica Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Black & Decker® Brand VersaToast™ Toasters

Reported: February 7, 2002 Initiated: February 7, 2002 #02099

Product Description

Applica made and sold these toasters under the Black & Decker® brand. The recall includes both two-slice and four-slice Black & Decker® brand VersaToast™ wide-slot toasters. "BLACK & DECKER®," "VersaToast™" and "WIDE SLOT" are written on the side of the toaster, near the cooking controls. The toasters have either white or black plastic enclosures. They have model number T1200, T1250, T1400 or T1450 written on the bottom of the toaster.

Reason for Recall

The heating element in these toasters can continue to operate after use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug and stop using these recalled toasters immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Applica made and sold these toasters under the Black & Decker® brand. The recall includes both two-slice and four-slice Black & Decker® brand VersaToast™ wide-slot toasters. "BLACK & DECKER®," "VersaToast™" and "WIDE SLOT" are written on the side of the toaster, near the cooking controls. The toasters have either white or black plastic enclosures. They have model number T1200, T1250, T1400 or T1450 written on the bottom of the toaster.. Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miami Lakes, Fla.. Units affected: About 2.1 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The heating element in these toasters can continue to operate after use, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should unplug and stop using these recalled toasters immediately.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 7, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02099.