CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Kettles
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2098.
The recalled kettles are stainless steel, have a glass cover, and have the model number 4302, which is located on the bottom of the kettle. The kettles, which can hold 2 quarts of water, also have the name "Calphalon" printed on the glass cover. Kettles that have a green sticker next to the bar code on the bottom of the box contain retrofitted covers and are not included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2098.
Consumers should stop using these kettles immediately, to receive a free replacement cover.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Department Stores And Specialty Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Kettles, Between October 2001 And January 2002, For About $40. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2098.
Consumers can call Calphalon at (800) 809-7267 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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Department Stores And Specialty Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Kettles, Between October 2001 And January 2002, For About $40. Recall FAQ
Department Stores And Specialty Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Kettles, Between October 2001 And January 2002, For About $40. is the subject of a kitchenware recall: CPSC, Calphalon Corp. Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Kettles. The notice was published on February 21, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,000 units are potentially affected.