CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY® Brand Tea Kettles
Recalled April 30, 2001 · CPSC recall 01138 · Kmart
Hazard
Boiling water can be expelled from the kettle's spout, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these tea kettles immediately and return them to any Kmart store for a refund.
Units
About 24,000
Incidents / injuries
Kmart has received 14 reports of boiling water being expelled, resulting in three minor burn injuries.
Description
The recalled tea kettles were sold under the MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY brand name, and are stainless steel or white, sage, or slate colored porcelain. The words, "MSE Thailand" are printed on the knob attached to the lid of the kettle.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these tea kettles immediately and return them to any Kmart store for a refund.
Contact
Consumers can also call Wilton Industries Inc. toll-free at (800) 273-9398 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, to receive a refund or a replacement tea kettle.
Product
MARTHA STEWART EVERYDAY® brand tea kettles
Imported by
Kmart Corp., of Troy, Mich.
Retailers
Kmart sold the tea kettles nationwide, from October 2000 through March 2001, for about $25 to $30.
Made in
Thailand
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →