The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09199·Announced 2009-04-23

Haier Toaster Ovens Recalled Due to Burn and Electrical Shock Hazards

Haier America is recalling approximately 106,000 toaster oven/broilers because loose electrical connections can cause burns or electrical shocks.

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 (electrical shock/burn) where minor injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for products with reported injury but no severe harm or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

Haier America is recalling approximately 106,000 toaster oven/broilers with model number RTO1400SS. The units are made of stainless steel and black plastic, with "Haier" printed on the front and the model number on a label on the back. The recall is due to electrical connections that can become loose, posing risks of electrical shock and burns.

The recalled units were sold at mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from September 2006 through January 2009 for approximately $20 to $40. The products were manufactured by Lun Dar Electric Ind. Ltd. of Taiwan and imported by Haier America Trading L.L.C. of New York, N.Y.

Haier America has received two reports of minor burns, one report of a minor electrical shock, and one report of minor property damage. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toaster oven/broilers and contact Haier America at (877) 337-3639 or visit www.haieramerica.com to receive a free replacement unit.

The recalled product

Product
Toaster Oven/Broilers
Manufacturer
Lun Dar Electric Ind. Ltd., of Taiwan
Category
Consumer Product — Small Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
106,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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