Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Date: | May 08 2008 |
Name of Products: | Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers |
Units: | About 5,000 |
Manufacturer: | Munchkin Inc., of North Hills, Calif. |
Hazard: | The bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
Incidents/Injuries: | Munchkin has received nine reports of units overheating, several of which ignited, causing damage to countertops. No injuries have been reported. |
Description: | This recall involves the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. “Munchkin” is located on the front of the warmer and “TP-1487” is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number “TP-1487” are included in this recall. |
Product # / SKU: | Model #13301 and lot number TP-1487 |
Sold at: | Various retailers nationwide and company’s catalog from June 2007 through April 2008 for about $20. |
Manufactured in: | China |
Remedy: | Consumers should stop using bottle and food warmers with lot number TP-1487 immediately and contact Munchkin to receive a free replacement. |
Consumer Contact: | Munchkin |