CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless
CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Kettles
Why was CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless recalled?
The kettle's cover traps steam inside of the kettle, causing an increase in pressure. This forces hot water to rise and escape through the spout, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these kettles immediately, to receive a free replacement cover. Contact: Consumers can call Calphalon at (800) 809-7267 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Stainless Steel Kettle
- Company
- Calphalon Corp., Toledo, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 13,000
- Sold at
- Department stores and specialty catalogs nationwide sold these kettles, between October 2001 and January 2002, for about $40.
- Recall date
- February 21, 2002
- Incidents / injuries
- CPSC and Calphalon have received reports of 13 incidents, including three minor burn injuries. Hot water splashed on two adult's hands and an 18-month-old child's scalp.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled kettles are stainless steel, have a glass cover, and have the model number 4302, which is located on the bottom of the kettle. The kettles, which can hold 2 quarts of water, also have the name "Calphalon" printed on the glass cover. Kettles that have a green sticker next to the bar code on the bottom of the box contain retrofitted covers and are not included in this recall.