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Whirlpool Recalls KitchenAid Electric Kettles Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: February 20, 2018 Initiated: February 20, 2018 #18103

Product Description

This recall involves KitchenAid 1.7 Liter Electric Kettles. The kettles were sold in stainless steel, red, black, white, liquid graphite and cocoa silver. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the kettle. KitchenAid is written on the front of the kettles. A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpool.com. Model Numbers Serial Numbers KEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722QG (Liquid Graphite) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722QG (Liquid) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724*****

Reason for Recall

The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettles and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 40,200 (In addition, 47,300 units were sold in Canada and 1,600 in Mexico)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves KitchenAid 1.7 Liter Electric Kettles. The kettles were sold in stainless steel, red, black, white, liquid graphite and cocoa silver. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the kettle. KitchenAid is written on the front of the kettles. A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpool.com. Model Numbers Serial Numbers KEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722QG (Liquid Graphite) YA325***** thru YA724***** KEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722SX (Stainless) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722ER (Red) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722OB (Black) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722WH (White) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722QG (Liquid) YA325***** thru YA724***** RKEK1722CS (Cocoa Silver) YA325***** thru YA724*****. Recalled by Co-Win Global Ltd, of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 40,200 (In addition, 47,300 units were sold in Canada and 1,600 in Mexico).
Why was this product recalled?
The handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kettles and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 20, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18103.