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CPSC recall · Reported June 3, 2005

CPSC, HSN LP Announce Recall of Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers

The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in…

Recall #
05579
Affected scope
About 3,900
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Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea recalled The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501. The mo… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, HSN LP Announce Recall of Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers was recalled by Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea in June 3, 2005. Reason: The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot conten…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase pric…. Verify recall #05579 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot conten….

Moderate
severity level
June 3, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05579 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05579) was formally reported on June 3, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,900.

The documented reason for this recall is: The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,900

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11 inches high, 11 inches wide and 15 inches long and was sold in white.

Reason for recall

The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05579
Date reported June 3, 2005
Date initiated June 3, 2005
Recalling firm Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea
Affected scope About 3,900
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.

  • Check the recall number (05579) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11 inches high, 11 inches wide and 15 inches long and was sold in white.. Recalled by Dreco, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea. Units affected: About 3,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 3, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05579.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05579) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 3, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.