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CPSC, HSN LP and Innova, Inc. Announce Expansion of the Recall of Ultrex Thermal/Double Wall Pans
Recalled October 16, 2003 · CPSC recall 04505 · HSN LP and Innova, Inc. Announce Expansion
Hazard
The non-stick part of the pan can separate forcefully and be propelled when the pan is preheated, used on high heat, or used for frying, deep-frying or braising. This can pose a serious burn hazard from hot oil or food contents spilling onto consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these fry pans immediately. HSN and Innova have contacted consumers instructing them to return the pans to Innova, in exchange for replacement cookware, an HSN credit, or a refund.
Units
244,000
Incidents / injuries
Innova and HSN LP have received 31 reports of these fry pans separating, including seven consumers who received burns from hot oil and eight reports of property damage.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these fry pans immediately. HSN and Innova have contacted consumers instructing them to return the pans to Innova, in exchange for replacement cookware, an HSN credit, or a refund.
Contact
Consumers with any questions should call Innova on (877) 368-3405 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to www.hsn.com for more information.
Product
Ultrex Thermal/Double Wall Frying Pans
Manufacturer(s)
Innova Inc., of Davenport, Iowa
Distributed by
HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla.
Retailers
HSN LP, exclusively, from January 2002 through September 2002, for between $7 and $16 (individually) and for between $100 and $300 (in sets).
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →