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Empower Brands Recalls Power XL Dual Basket Air Fryers Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: December 14, 2023 Initiated: December 14, 2023 #24051

Product Description

This recall involves two models of the PowerXL dual-basket air fryer. The egg-shaped air fryers have two baskets that can be used separately or optionally combined into one large single basket. The recalled air fryers were sold in black or cinnamon colors. The 10-quart DUAF-10 model is about 17 inches long by 16 inches wide by 12 1/2 inches tall, and weighs about 14 1/2 pounds. The 9-quart DUAF-005 model is about 14 inches long by 13 inches wide by 15 inches tall, and weighs about 14 pounds. The product has a silver label on the front that says "PowerXL". There is a white label on the bottom of each unit or on the unit's power cord that lists the model number.

Reason for Recall

The plastic U-Channel connector used to optionally combine the two food baskets inside of the air fryers can break during use, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dual basket air fryers and contact Empower Brands to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves two models of the PowerXL dual-basket air fryer. The egg-shaped air fryers have two baskets that can be used separately or optionally combined into one large single basket. The recalled air fryers were sold in black or cinnamon colors. The 10-quart DUAF-10 model is about 17 inches long by 16 inches wide by 12 1/2 inches tall, and weighs about 14 1/2 pounds. The 9-quart DUAF-005 model is about 14 inches long by 13 inches wide by 15 inches tall, and weighs about 14 pounds. The product has a silver label on the front that says "PowerXL". There is a white label on the bottom of each unit or on the unit's power cord that lists the model number.. Units affected: About 319,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic U-Channel connector used to optionally combine the two food baskets inside of the air fryers can break during use, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dual basket air fryers and contact Empower Brands to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 14, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 24051.