CPSC recall · Reported December 22, 2015
Breville Recalls Pressure Cookers Due to Risk of Burns
The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release of built-up pressure. This poses a risk of burns to the user or consum…
Breville USA Inc., of Torrance, Calif. recalled This recall involves Breville 6-quart capacity domestic programmable electric pressure co….
Breville Recalls Pressure Cookers Due to Risk of Burns was recalled by Breville USA Inc., of Torrance, Calif. in December 22, 2015. Reason: The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Brevill…. Verify recall #16066 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Breville USA Inc., of Torrance, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release ….
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- agency class
- December 22, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16066 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 Breville 6-quart capacity domestic programmable electric pressure cookers with a brushed stainless steel construction and a 3-way safety system. The safety system consists of a locking lid, safety valve and a pressure release button. Pressure cookers with model number BPR600XL and batch numbers between 1235 and 1529 are included in the recall. The model number and batch code are located on the bottom of the unit.
Reason for recall
The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release of built-up pressure. This poses a risk of burns to the user or consumers nearby.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Breville for a replacement sealing gasket and updated instructions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16066 |
| Date reported | December 22, 2015 |
| Date initiated | December 22, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Breville USA Inc., of Torrance, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 35,600 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Breville for a replacement sealing gasket and u…
- Check the recall number (16066) 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.
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