Moderate Recalled August 15, 2002 Approximately 970 units Updated November 7, 2025

CPSC, Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Steam Iron

Fire

The hazard

The circuit board inside the steam iron can ignite and present a fire hazard.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should stop using the iron immediately and call the company toll-free to arrange for a free replacement.

Contact: For more information, contact Proctor-Silex toll free, at (800) 672-5872, 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

About this recall

The recalled irons (model 17520) are made of purple and white plastic. The "Proctor Silex" trademark is displayed on the side in white letters. The iron was packaged in a white cardboard box with gray lettering, labeled, in part, "EASY PRESS IRON....Model 17520.....Series A1320." The model number 17520 and the series number are located on the back side of the iron, at the bottom. They were manufactured in China.

Product photos

Recalled Proctor-Silex steam iron
Recalled Proctor-Silex steam iron
Recalled Proctor-Silex steam iron diagram, showing location of model number
Recalled Proctor-Silex steam iron diagram, showing location of model number

Photos: U.S. CPSC