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Hamilton Beach Recalls Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 6, 2008 Initiated: March 6, 2008 #08212

Product Description

The recalled Hamilton Beach® and Proctor-Silex® toasters are black, red, white, chrome or brushed chrome with 2-slice or 4-slice openings. Hamilton Beach or Proctor-Silex is printed on the side of the toasters. Only specific series codes of each model are included in this recall. The model number and series code are printed on the bottom of the toasters. Toaster Model Numbers 22145B 22779 22145BC 22900 22450 22903 22559 22903H 22625 24450 22627C 24559 22635 24657 22657 24779 22658

Reason for Recall

The toasters can remain "on" (energized) after popping up, and can ignite flammable items covering or in contact with the toaster, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and contact Hamilton Beach for instructions to receive a free replacement toaster.

Details

Units Affected
About 482,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/on-Beach-Recalls-Toasters-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Hamilton Beach® and Proctor-Silex® toasters are black, red, white, chrome or brushed chrome with 2-slice or 4-slice openings. Hamilton Beach or Proctor-Silex is printed on the side of the toasters. Only specific series codes of each model are included in this recall. The model number and series code are printed on the bottom of the toasters. Toaster Model Numbers 22145B 22779 22145BC 22900 22450 22903 22559 22903H 22625 24450 22627C 24559 22635 24657 22657 24779 22658. Units affected: About 482,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The toasters can remain "on" (energized) after popping up, and can ignite flammable items covering or in contact with the toaster, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and contact Hamilton Beach for instructions to receive a free replacement toaster.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 6, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08212.

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