Nutrex pressure cookers™ recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 2, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Rena Ware Recalls Nutrex Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

18752

Sold / distributed

Through Rena Ware sales representatives from December 2015 through June 2018 for between $750 and $820.

Why it was recalled

The recalled pressure cookers can discharge steam at lower pressures than intended, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.