CPSC recall · Reported May 16, 2013
Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provided
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan recalled This recall involves Avon's Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the U.S. with item number 474….
Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provi… was recalled by Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan in May 16, 2013. Reason: When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a c…. Verify recall #13193 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan issued this CPSC recall-When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard….
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- May 16, 2013
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13193 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Avon's Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the U.S. with item number 474-105 in Avon's brochures and website. The recalled plastic popcorn maker consists of a clear tub and a yellow vented lid. The tub is 6 inches high and measures 7.5 inches in diameter and has three feet at the base. "DO NOT REMOVE WITH BARE HANDS. HOLD UNIT WITH GLOVES" is molded into the plastic of the lid and "USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN ONLY" is molded into the underside of the bowl. "Made in Taiwan" is printed on an adhesive label located on the underside of the bowl.
Reason for recall
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon's website under the Product Recall section.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13193 |
| Date reported | May 16, 2013 |
| Date initiated | May 16, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan |
| Affected scope | About 54,700 |
| 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 the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how t…
- Check the recall number (13193) 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
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