Walgreens Recalls Electric Potpourri Pots Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Plain-English summary

Walgreens is voluntarily recalling approximately 14,400 electric potpourri pots sold at Walgreen stores prior to June 1, 1992. The recalled units are white ceramic pots with a blue design on the side, a blue ceramic lid, and a white power cord. They are identified by the model number "WA-00117" on the black plastic bottom and lack a UL listing mark on the pot itself, though the power cord may have a UL mark.

The recall is due to an electric shock hazard. If a metal heating element retaining bar inside the sealed base comes into contact with the power cord terminals, metal nuts on the outside bottom of the pot may become electrically charged. No incidents of electric shock have been reported to Walgreens or the CPSC, but the recall is being undertaken to prevent such injuries.

Consumers who purchased these pots should check the bottom for model number WA-00117. If the pot matches this description and was purchased at a Walgreen store before June 1, 1992, it should be returned to a local Walgreen store for a refund or exchange. Consumers may also call the Walgreen Company at (800) 289-2273 for assistance. Those who suspect they bought the same model from other retailers should call the CPSC hotline at (800) 638-2772.

The recalled product

Product

Walgreen's electric potpourri pots

Manufacturer

Walgreens

Category

Consumer Product — Small Appliances

Hazard

• electric-shock

Distribution

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