CPSCAugust 5, 2004

CPSC, Select Brands Inc. Announce Recall of Corningware

CPSC, Select Brands Inc. Announce Recall of Corningware Slow Cookers

Why was CPSC, Select Brands Inc. Announce Recall of Corningware recalled?

The heating element can drop to the bottom of the unit and melt through the plastic outer shell, posing burn and fire hazards.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the product. Consumers will receive direct notification from Select Brands about receiving a free replacement base. Contact: Call Select Brands at 1-866-663-4500 anytime.

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
Corningware 4-Quart Slow Cookers
Company
Select Brands Inc., of Lenexa, Kan.
Quantity
About 39,000 units
Sold at
QVC television nationwide, from January 2004 through April 2004, for about $30.
Recall date
August 5, 2004
Incidents / injuries
The retailer has received 10 reports of scorched or damaged countertops, though no injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Corningware 4-Quart Slow Cooker (QVC item number K2585) has a removable white ceramic bowl with a glass lid and a plastic storage lid. The enclosure that surrounds the ceramic bowl is made of plastic. "CorningWare" is printed on the front of the unit underneath the digital display and control buttons. The model number, SC-40PL, is located on a silver label on the bottom of the base.

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