CPSC, KitchenAid Announce Recall to Repair Food Processors
This recall was issued October 5, 2000.
- Posted
- October 5, 2000
- Recall Number
- 01004
- Quantity
- About 220,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
A cap on the blade unit can dislodge during use. When dislodged, the cap can get mixed in with food, presenting a choking hazard.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using these food processor models immediately and contact KitchenAid to receive a free replacement blade unit.
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Incidents & Injuries
KitchenAid estimates that there have been 30 incidents of the cap becoming dislodged into food. Two of the reports involved consumers starting to choke on the cap.