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Fire / OverheatingJune 5, 2003CPSC #03139

CPSC, Trivett Industries, Inc. Announce Recall of Pancake Makers

Product
Kitchen Gadgets
Units affected
590
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

These "Pancake Express" pancake makers are two-sided stove top skillets constructed of aluminum with black plastic handles. The product is labeled "Pancake Express" and "Made in China."

Hazard

The handles on the pancake makers are unable to withstand the heat of the device, causing the handle to fail to provide support, because of melting or breaking.

Injuries

Trivett Industries is aware of one incident of a consumer receiving minor burns, when the handle melted and separated from the pancake maker.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Acme, Wal-Green's, Hy-Vee and Osco Drug stores nationwide, from May 2002 through July 2002, for about $20.

Photos

Recalled Pancake Express Pancake Maker
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