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CPSCRecalled Mar 12, 2008 · #08216

JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard

The deep fryer has a faulty heating element, which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

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Description

The Cooks deep fryer has a brushed stainless steel exterior, a wire mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a window and black handles. The deep fryer has a 1/3-gallon capacity. "Cooks" is stamped on the side of the deep fryer. Model number 22016 is printed on the bottom of the deep fryer.

Product details

Product
Cooks Deep Fryers
Type
Fryers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
22016
UPCs
Sold at
JCPenney's stores nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice