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H-E-B Recalls Stainless Steel Cookware Due to Injury Hazard

Recall 16-085 · January 28, 2016 · H-E-B

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled cookware and return it to H-E-B for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
16-085 (CPSC)
Recall date
January 28, 2016
Brand
H-E-B
Category
Candles and household goods
Products
Cookware
Hazard
Injury Hazard
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 41,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
January 28, 2016

What was recalled

This recall includes the Connect by H-E-B tri-ply stainless steel cookware. It was sold as a 12-piece set or as individual pieces. "Connect" is stamped into the base of the handle and the Connect by H-E-B logo is stamped on the underside of the cookware. Cookware included in this recall does not have a date code on the underside. The UPC code can be found on the back of the product packaging: Product Name UPC Connect by H-E-B 8in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan 4122032279 Connect by H-E-B 12Pc Cookware Set Tri Ply Stainless Steel 4122032277 Connect by H-E-B 10in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan 4122032280 Connect by H-E-B 12in Deep Sauté w/Lid & Handle 4122032297 Connect by H-E-B 10in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan 4122032281 Connect by H-E-B 8in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan 4122032283 Connect by H-E-B 6Qt Dutch Oven 4122032293 Connect by H-E-B 12in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan w/handle 4122032290 Connect by H-E-B 12Qt Stock Pot w/Lid 4122032296 Connect by H-E-B 12in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan w/handle 4122032286

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Cookware · About 41,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: H-E-B stores in Texas from September 2014 through December 2015 for between $20 and $250.; HEB Grocery Company LLC, of San Antonio, Texas.

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received seven reports of the metal discs popping off the cookware. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

H-E-B at 800-432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.heb.com and click on Product Recalls under the Customer Service section at the bottom of the homepage for more information.

Recall history and context

H-E-B appears in 7 CPSC recalls on record. See all H-E-B recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Cookware (About 41,000 units). This recall includes the Connect by H-E-B tri-ply stainless steel cookware.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Injury Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cookware and return it to H-E-B for a full refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 28, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.