Microwave Popcorn Makers
CPSC Recall #13-193 — May 16, 2013
Product
Microwave Popcorn Makers
Description
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in the plastic popcorn maker and ignite.
Hazard
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Avon has received 20 reports of the popcorn makers overheating, including two incidents involving fires that resulted in damage to microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon's website under the Product Recall section.
Units Affected
About 54,700
Sold At
Through independent Avon sales representatives and online at www.avon.com from October 2012 through February 2013, for about $13.
Manufactured In
Taiwan