Hamilton Beach 22602 toasters recalled due to fire risk when first plugged in. Stop using immediately and get a free replacement.
When the toasters are first plugged into the outlets, the heating element can be energized although the toaster lifter is in the up or off position, which can pose a fire hazard if the toaster is near flammable items.
Hamilton Beach 226:02 toasters are recalled because they can start fires when first plugged in near flammable items. This hazard affects users who plug them in without checking the lifter position.
When the toaster is first plugged in, the heating element can become energized even if the lifter is up or off. This creates a fire risk if the toaster is placed near flammable items like paper or clothing.
Owners of Hamilton Beach 22602 toasters are affected. Anyone using these toasters near flammable materials is at higher risk.
Check the bottom of the toaster for the model number 22602. These toasters have a chromed steel exterior, front control panel with rotary toast selector, and a removable crumb tray.
Immediately stop using the recalled toasters as they can start fires when first plugged in.
Contact Hamilton Beach to receive instructions for a free replacement toaster.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and contact the firm to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement toaster.
Model 22602 toasters are recalled.
Check the bottom of the toaster for the model number 22602. These toasters have a chromed steel exterior, front control panel with rotary toast selector, and a removable crumb tray.
The hazard can cause fire if the toaster is near flammable items, but serious injury is not explicitly stated in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hamilton Beach to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 931 — Hamilton Beach Hamilton Beach® classic chrome 2-slice toasters Hello, I own a Hamilton Beach® classic chrome 2-slice toasters that is covered by recall 931 from Hamilton Beach. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and contact the firm to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement toaster. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
