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JCPenney Cooks Deep Fryers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The deep fryer has a faulty heating element, which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
The product
The Cooks deep fryer has a brushed stainless steel exterior, a wire mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a window and black handles. The deep fryer has a 1/3-gallon capacity. "Cooks" is stamped on the side of the deep fryer. Model number 22016 is printed on the bottom of the deep fryer.
Details
- Units affected
- About 27,000
- Recall date
- March 12, 2008
- Brand
- JCPenney, of Plano, Texas
- What has been reported
- JCPenney is aware of five incidents involving the deep fryers, including one report of a minor burn and three reports of damaged countertops.
JCPenney's stores nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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