Reported Jan 12, 2016
Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Walmart Stores Inc. of Bentonville, Ark.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Firm contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT on Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. CT Sunday, online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Rival brand griddles
- Amount recalled
- About 330,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $20..
Why it was recalled
The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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