ALDI Recalls Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 18-152 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- May 10, 2018
- Brand
- ALDI
- Category
- Kitchen and small appliances
- Products
- Ambiano mini deep fryers
- Hazard
- Fire and Burn Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 35,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 10, 2018
What was recalled
This recall involves Ambiano mini deep fryers sold in two colors, brushed stainless steel and red. The recalled deep fryers have a black lid and were sold with a metal food basket. The deep fryers measure about 9.45 inches wide by 10.43 inches high by 8.23 inches deep. The units have Ambiano printed on the front. The barcode numbers listed below can be found on the bottom of the unit on the silver rating label. Color/Model Barcode Number Stainless Steel Ambiano Mini Deep Fryer 20072483 Red Ambiano Mini Deep Fryer 20072490
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Ambiano mini deep fryers · About 35,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: ALDI stores nationwide from February 2018 through March 2018 for about $15.; Guangzhou Linkco Electrical Industries Limited, of China; ALDI Inc., of Batavia, Ill..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received three reports of the deep fryers catching on fire, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
ALDI at 800-366-9967 from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.aldi.us and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
Recall history and context
ALDI appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all ALDI recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 149 recalls in the kitchen and small appliances category, 41 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Ambiano mini deep fryers (About 35,000 units). This recall involves Ambiano mini deep fryers sold in two colors, brushed stainless steel and red.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Burn Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled deep fryers and return it to their local ALDI store 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 May 10, 2018. 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.