CPSCDecember 2, 2009

Blenders Recalled by Haier America Due to Laceration

Blenders Recalled by Haier America Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Blenders Recalled by Haier America Due to Laceration recalled?

The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a free replacement blade assembly. Contact: For additional information, contact Haier America toll-free at (866) 327-6147 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.haieramerica.com

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
Blenders
Company
Ka Po International Industrial Co., of Hong Kong, Haier America Trading, L.L.C., of New York, N.Y.
Quantity
About 53,800
Sold at
Mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $26 and $60.
Recall date
December 2, 2009
Incidents / injuries
Haier America has received approximately 60 reports of blade assemblies coming apart or breaking. One consumer reported receiving a minor cut to his hand.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. The units are stainless steel and black plastic. "Haier" is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.

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