The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·07528·Announced 2007-02-08

HSN Recalls Bella Cucina Zip Cookers Due to Burn Hazard

HSN is recalling Bella Cucina Zip Cookers because hot food under pressure can be expelled, causing burns. About 8,300 units were sold.

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 reported injuries, specifically first, second, and third-degree burns, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury reports' under the Severe classification.

Plain-English summary

HSN LP is recalling Bella Cucina Brand "Zip Cooker" Low Pressure Cookers, model number 03908. The recall is due to a burn hazard where hot food under pressure can be expelled from the cooker.

HSN has received seven reports of incidents resulting in eight injuries, involving first, second, and third-degree burns. The recalled cookers were sold on HSN's television network, website, and toll-free number from February 2003 through March 2004, and at HSN employee and retail outlets from March 2003 through June 2004 for about $70. The product was manufactured in South Korea and imported by Kirby & Allen of North Brunswick, N.J.

Consumers should stop using these products immediately. Those who do not receive a direct notice should contact HSN for instructions on how to receive a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact HSN at (800) 837-0372 or visit www.hsn.com.

The recalled product

Product
Bella Cucina Brand "Zip Cooker" Low Pressure Cooker
Manufacturer
Kirby & Allen, of North Brunswick, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Cookware
Hazard
Affected units
8,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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