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Burn / ScaldAugust 2, 2018CPSC #18752

Rena Ware Recalls Nutrex Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

Product
Kitchen Gadgets
Units affected
700
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves Nutrex pressure cookers with model number 2153. The pressure cookers are silver colored with black handles. A blue gasket is attached on the inside of the cover. Model number 2153.DW, the month and year of production and Rena Ware are stamped on the bottom of the unit. "DONG WON" is stamped on the base of the main valve. "DWM" is stamped on the blue gasket.

Hazard

The recalled pressure cookers can discharge steam at lower pressures than intended, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received 13 reports of unintended depressurization, including five reported burn injuries.

Made in

South Korea

Where it was sold

  • Through Rena Ware sales representatives from December 2015 through June 2018 for between $750 and $820.

Photos

The Nutrex Cooker™ with coverThe Nutrex Cooker™ coverThe main valve of the lid with “DONG WON”Base with model number
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