CPSC recall · Reported February 20, 2018
Whirlpool Recalls KitchenAid Electric Kettles Due to Burn Hazard
The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard.
Co-Win Global Ltd, of Hong Kong recalled This recall involves KitchenAid 1.7 Liter Electric Kettles. The kettles were sold in stai….
Whirlpool Recalls KitchenAid Electric Kettles Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Co-Win Global Ltd, of Hong Kong in February 20, 2018. Reason: The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettles and contact Whirlpool for a …. Verify recall #18103 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Co-Win Global Ltd, of Hong Kong issued this CPSC recall-The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard..
- None
- agency class
- February 20, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18103 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.
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Product description
This recall involves KitchenAid 1.7 Liter Electric Kettles. The kettles were sold in stainless steel, red, black, white, liquid graphite and cocoa silver. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the kettle. KitchenAid is written on the front of the kettles. A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpool.com. Model Numbers Serial Numbers KEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722QG (Liquid Graphite) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722QG (Liquid) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724*****
Reason for recall
The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettles and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18103 |
| Date reported | February 20, 2018 |
| Date initiated | February 20, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Co-Win Global Ltd, of Hong Kong |
| Affected scope | About 40,200 (In addition, 47,300 units were sold in Canada and 1,600 in Mexico) |
| 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 kettles and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement.
- Check the recall number (18103) 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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