Lenox 2.5 Quart Tea Kettles
CPSC Recall #20-107 — April 8, 2020
Product
Lenox 2.5 Quart Tea Kettles
Description
This recall involves Continuum’s Lenox-branded 2.5 Quart Whistling Stainless Steel Tea Kettle with a three-layered bottom. The tea kettles were sold in a variety of colors, including blue, red, silver, and gold. They have a stainless steel flat bottom that measures approximately 7” in diameter and has a bent edge that extends approximately 1” beyond the flat portion of the bottom. The brand name Lenox is written on the sides and the bottom of the kettle.
Hazard
The tea kettles can expel hot water during use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Continuum has received 14 reports of tea kettles expelling hot water through the top, including four reports of burn injuries, some of them severe.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tea kettles and contact Continuum for a full refund if proof of purchase is available. If not, consumers will be entitled to a refund of $29.99.
Units Affected
About 87,000
Sold At
Burlington, HomeGoods, Home Sense, Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, Tuesday Morning, and Winners stores nationwide from September 2013 through November 2017 for between $30 and $50.
Importer
Continuum Sales & Marketing Corp., of Port Washington, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China