The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·02204·Announced 2002-07-18

Aroma ACJ-250 Juice Extractors Recalled Due to Shattering Filter and Lid

Aroma Housewares is recalling ACJ-250 juice extractors because the filter and lid can break apart, projecting metal and plastic shards that cause injuries.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves significant injury reports, including one requiring surgery for lacerated arteries and seven requiring stitches, which meets the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Aroma Housewares Co. is recalling approximately 117,000 ACJ-250 Aroma Juice Extractors. The recall includes both the original design and the redesigned models that were previously issued as replacements. The units are made of white and clear plastic with a metal filter, and "ACJ-250" and "MADE IN CHINA" are printed on a silver label on the bottom.

The hazard exists because the juicer's filter and lid can break apart during use, projecting metal and plastic fragments into the air. Aroma Housewares has received 32 reports of the original juicer breaking, resulting in 32 injuries. Seven of these injuries required stitches and one required surgery for lacerated arteries. Additionally, the company received two reports of the redesigned juicer breaking, resulting in two minor injuries.

The recalled juice extractors were sold at discount specialty and department stores from March 1996 through July 2002 for about $25. Consumers should stop using the recalled juice extractors immediately and call Aroma Housewares at (800) 276-6286 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to receive a refund. Even if consumers previously received a replacement juicer as part of the original recall, they should contact the company for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
ACJ-250 Aroma Juice Extractors
Manufacturer
Aroma Housewares Co., of San Diego, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Small Kitchen Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
117,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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