Tea Kettles Recalled by Wilton Industries Due to Burn Hazard
Burn
The hazard
The lid on the tea kettle can come loose during handling, posing a burn hazard to the consumer.
Incidents reported: The firm is aware of 25 incidents of the lid coming loose. Second-degree burns to hands and fingers have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using these tea kettles. If the consumer has a stainless tea kettle, contact Wilton for a free replacement lid. If the consumer has an enamel tea kettle, contact Wilton for a free replacement tea kettle or a refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact Wilton Industries, Inc. at (800) 794-5866 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday, and between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. CT Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.copco.com
About this recall
This recall involves the Copco Harmony tea kettles. The kettles come in stainless steel brushed and polished finishes and enamel finishes in red, white, black, turquoise, orange, yellow and blue. Copco tea kettles in other styles are not included in the recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC