Nutrex pressure cookers™
CPSC Recall #18-752 — August 2, 2018
Product
Nutrex pressure cookers™
Description
This recall involves Nutrex pressure cookers with model number 2153. The pressure cookers are silver colored with black handles. A blue gasket is attached on the inside of the cover. Model number 2153.DW, the month and year of production and Rena Ware are stamped on the bottom of the unit. “DONG WON” is stamped on the base of the main valve. “DWM” is stamped on the blue gasket.
Hazard
The recalled pressure cookers can discharge steam at lower pressures than intended, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of unintended depressurization, including five reported burn injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Rena Ware for a free repair. Rena Ware is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units Affected
About 700
Sold At
Through Rena Ware sales representatives from December 2015 through June 2018 for between $750 and $820.
Importer
Rena Ware International Inc., of Bellevue, Wash.
Manufactured In
South Korea