CPSC recall 08413
General Electric Toasters
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of General Electric Toasters by Wal Mart Stores, citing an electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08413 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-09-30 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Wal Mart Stores |
| Distribution | US |
Product
General Electric Toasters | The recalled toasters have a chrome steel body, a black plastic base and controls with either two or four openings on the top. The GE logo is located on the front of the toasters just above the controls. Model numbers 169115 and 169116 are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toasters. 4-Slice 169115 2-Slice 169116
Reason
An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Wal-Mart-Recalls-General-Electric-Toasters-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-Hazards
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