The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09032·Announced 2008-10-30

MEDport Recalls Fit & Fresh Smooth Blend Mixers Due to Laceration Hazard

MEDport LLC is recalling Fit & Fresh Smooth Blend Mixers because the blade can activate unexpectedly, posing a laceration risk. One injury requiring medical treatment has been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (laceration hazard) where injury has been reported (one case requiring medical treatment), but no fatalities or severe injuries are noted, fitting the 'High' criteria.

Plain-English summary

MEDport LLC is recalling approximately 54,500 Fit & Fresh™ Smooth Blend Mixers due to a laceration hazard. The recalled mixers, manufactured in China, have item number 770FF and model number SB-19. They are white and consist of a base unit, blade assembly, blending cup, and cap. The recalled units can be identified by specific four-digit date codes on the bottom of the base: 2707, 4407, 5207, 0308, and 0508.

The hazard exists because the mixer can be unexpectedly turned on while a consumer is placing the cup on or off the base, activating the blade. This poses a serious laceration hazard. MEDport has received one report of finger lacerations that required medical treatment.

The mixers were sold at Longs, GNC, and Vitamin Shoppe stores nationwide and at www.amazon.com from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $25. Consumers should immediately stop using the mixers and determine if their product is subject to the recall. Those with the recalled mixers should return the product to the place of purchase or contact MEDport LLC to arrange for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Fit & Fresh™ Smooth Blend Mixers
Manufacturer
MEDport LLC, of Providence, R.I.
Category
Consumer Product — Kitchen Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
54,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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