The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·12703·Announced 2011-11-10

Wolfgang Puck Electric Grills Recalled for Overheating and Shock Hazards

W.P. Appliances is recalling Wolfgang Puck electric grills/griddles sold at HSN due to electrical wiring defects that pose risks of overheating and electrical shock.

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, specifically four instances of electrical shock, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating involving significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

W.P. Appliances Inc. is recalling Wolfgang Puck brand electric reversible tri-grills/griddles, model number BRTGG010. The recall involves approximately 27,000 units that were sold exclusively through The Home Shopping Network (HSN) nationwide, via HSN's telephone ordering system, and online at www.HSN.com for about one week between April 30, 2011, and May 6, 2011. The grills were sold for about $100. The products were manufactured by YouO Electric Appliances Co. Ltd. of China.

The recall is due to a defect in the electrical wiring that can pose a risk of overheating, melting, and electrical shock. The firm has received four reports of electrical shock and two reports of melted plastic housing. The grills measure about 14.5 inches in width, 11 inches in depth, and 6.5 inches in height, and feature "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the front next to the control dials.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled combination grills/griddles. They should contact W.P. Appliances toll-free at (855) 666-0478 or visit the recall website at www.brtgg010-recall.com for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Wolfgang Puck Electric Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddles
Manufacturer
YouO Electric Appliances Co. Ltd., of China
Category
Consumer Product — Kitchen Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
27,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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