CPSCJanuary 12, 2016

Walmart Rival Griddles recall: Shock Hazard

Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Why was Walmart Rival Griddles recalled?

The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund. Contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT on Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. CT Sunday, online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.

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
Rival brand griddles
Company
Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Quantity
About 330,000
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $20.
Recall date
January 12, 2016
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.

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