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CPSC, Hamilton Beach and Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Slow Cookers

Reported: July 17, 2003 Initiated: July 17, 2003 #03160

Product Description

The recalled slow cookers were sold under the Hamilton Beach and Proctor-Silex brand names, which are printed on the front of the base of the unit. The slow cookers are either round or oval, and were sold in solid white and various print designs. They have a capacity of 3.5 to 6.5 quarts. The slow cookers have series codes A through D which are printed on the bottom along with the model number. Brand Names Model Numbers Hamilton Beach 33390, 33475, 33575, 33590, 33675, 33690, 33725, 33850, 33860 Hamilton Beach / Portfolio 33680 Proctor-Silex 33320, 33320FD, 33325, 33375, 33380, 33625A

Reason for Recall

The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot food spilling onto consumers.

Remedy

Consumers will be shipped a replacement slow cooker base.

Details

Units Affected
2.7 million
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Hamilton-Beach-and-Proctor-Silex-Announce-Recall-of-Slow-Cookers-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled slow cookers were sold under the Hamilton Beach and Proctor-Silex brand names, which are printed on the front of the base of the unit. The slow cookers are either round or oval, and were sold in solid white and various print designs. They have a capacity of 3.5 to 6.5 quarts. The slow cookers have series codes A through D which are printed on the bottom along with the model number. Brand Names Model Numbers Hamilton Beach 33390, 33475, 33575, 33590, 33675, 33690, 33725, 33850, 33860 Hamilton Beach / Portfolio 33680 Proctor-Silex 33320, 33320FD, 33325, 33375, 33380, 33625A. Recalled by Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, of Glen Allen, Va.. Units affected: 2.7 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot food spilling onto consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers will be shipped a replacement slow cooker base.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 17, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03160.

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