Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Fire and Shock Risk

Plain-English summary

Waxcessories Inc. is recalling about 830,000 electric simmer pots sold in a variety of styles. The pots were designed to melt scented wax in a ceramic cup and were sold in gift and novelty shops nationwide from April 2002 through April 2008 for between $17 and $25. The recall includes all designs and item numbers of the electric simmer pots.

The hazard exists because the simmer pots have wire connections that can become loose, posing a risk of fire and electric shock to consumers. There have been 161 reports of discolored cords, loose wires, and wires separating from the pot. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the simmer pots immediately and contact Waxcessories for instructions on receiving a free replacement product. For further information, consumers can call (800) 899-5884 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the recall website at www.simmerpotrecall.com.

The recalled product

Product

Electric Simmer Pots

Manufacturer

Waxcessories® Inc., of Dracut, Mass.

Category

Consumer Product — Home Appliances

Hazard

• fire
• electric-shock

Affected units

830,000

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