Euro-Pro and QVC Recall Deep Fryers Due to Burn Hazard

The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Recall #: 08609
Affected scope: About 1,600

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass. recalled The recalled fryers include QVC Cook Essentials 3-Liter Stainless Steel Deep Fryers with ….

Euro-Pro and QVC Recall Deep Fryers Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass. in September 23, 2008. Reason: The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.. Remedy: Known purchasers were mailed instructions on obtaining a full refund. Consumers who have …. Verify recall #08609 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard..

None
agency class: September 23, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08609 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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.

Product description

The recalled fryers include QVC Cook Essentials 3-Liter Stainless Steel Deep Fryers with three baskets. The fryers were sold as item number K14942. Model number F1053Q is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the fryers.

Reason for recall

The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Known purchasers were mailed instructions on obtaining a full refund. Consumers who have not received instructions should contact QVC for refund instructions.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	08609
Date reported	September 23, 2008
Date initiated	September 23, 2008
Recalling firm	Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass.
Affected scope	About 1,600
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

Known purchasers were mailed instructions on obtaining a full refund. Consumers who have not received instructions should contact…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Known purchasers were mailed instructions on obtaining a full refund. Consumers who have not received instructions should contact QVC for refund instructions.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 23, 2008. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 08609.

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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