Severity
Moderate
W.P. Appliances Inc. Recalls Wolfgang Puck Toaster Oven/Toasters
Reported: June 12, 2009 Initiated: June 12, 2009 #09746 About 7,040 units
Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China issued this CPSC recall on June 12, 2009. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 7,040 units are affected. The recall was issued because: The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #09746) was formally reported on June 12, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 7,040 units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard. 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 the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers … — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 17 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
About 7,040
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product Description
The recalled toasters have model #WPTOT010 with date codes 3608, 3908, 0407, 0607, or 0807 or model # BTOT0010 with date code 0207. The model numbers and date codes are located on an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label, which is affixed to the back of the unit. The black and stainless steel toasters have "Wolfgang Puck" or "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the lower front right corner. They feature a stainless steel handle on the oven door, three black knobs for controlling cooking, and a black push-down lever for toasting. Two slots for toasting bread and similar products are located on the top of the toaster.
Reason for Recall
The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers have been notified directly by mail.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China
- Units Affected
- About 7,040
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09746 |
| Date reported | June 12, 2009 |
| Date initiated | June 12, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China |
| Units affected | About 7,040 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled toasters have model #WPTOT010 with date codes 3608, 3908, 0407, 0607, or 0807 or model # BTOT0010 with date code 0207. The model numbers and date codes are located on an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label, which is affixed to the back of the unit. The black and stainless steel toasters have "Wolfgang Puck" or "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the lower front right corner. They feature a stainless steel handle on the oven door, three black knobs for controlling cooking, and a black push-down lever for toasting. Two slots for toasting bread and similar products are located on the top of the toaster.. Recalled by Kingpower Electrical Appliances of China. Units affected: About 7,040.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The toaster oven can remain "on" after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster/toaster ovens immediately and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the toaster/toaster ovens for a full refund. All known purchasers have been notified directly by mail.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 12, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09746.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (09746) 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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