Walmart Recalls Rival Electric Water Kettles Due to Burn and Shock Hazards

Recall date

May 3, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

16154

Sold / distributed

Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from March 2011 through October 2015 for about $14.

Why it was recalled

The heating element can fail and rupture, posing burn and shock hazards to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves Rival brand electric water kettles with model numbers WK8283CU and WK8283CUY. The model numbers are printed on a product label on the underside of the water kettle. The white plastic water kettles were sold with a warming base and a pitcher. A window on the side pitcher has markings that measure the water levels. "Rival" is printed beneath the window.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettle and return it to any Walmart store for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.