Bodum Recalls Toasters Due to Shock Hazard

Bodum Bistro Toasters

Date of Recall
2019-07-17

CPSC Release Number
19-169

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 2,400 (In addition, about 1,480 in Canada)

Importer
Bodum USA Inc., New York, N.Y.

Sold By
Crate & Barrel and home appliance stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from September 2018 through June 2019 for between $24 and $44.

Problem/Hazard
The recalled toasters can leak electric current when operating at the maximum normal temperature, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
No injuries have been reported in the U.S. There were eight reports of consumers being shocked when touching the toaster in Canada.

Description

This recall involves two models of the Bodum Bistro toaster in stainless steel: (1) a two-slice model with SKU 10709-16-4 and (2) a four-slice model with SKU 11840-16. The SKU number appears on the bottom of the toaster. The word "Bodum" is embossed on the side of the products.

Remedy
Refund

Consumer Contact
Bodum toll-free at 833-722-6386 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.bodum.com and click on Product Advisories for more information.

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