Walmart recalls GE food processors with model 169203 due to laceration and fire risks from safety interlock failure. Return for full refund.
The safety interlock system on the recalled food processor can fail; allowing operation without the lid secured which poses a laceration hazard. In addition, the product can emit smoke, or catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Walmart is recalling GE food processors that can cause lacerations or fires if the safety lid mechanism fails. Owners should stop using and return the product for a full refund.
The safety interlock system can fail, allowing the processor to operate without the lid properly secured. This can cause lacerations. Additionally, the product may emit smoke or catch fire.
Owners of GE food processors with model number 169:203 are affected. Those using the product without the lid secured are at highest risk.
Check for black food processors with stainless steel trim and model number 169203 on the underside. These were sold at Walmart.
Immediately stop using the recalled food processor to prevent laceration or fire risks.
Take the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Model number 169203 is imprinted on the underside of the unit.
These were sold at Walmart.
Check for black color with stainless steel trim and model number 169203 on the underside.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 681 — GE General Electric® Food Processors Hello, I own a General Electric® Food Processors that is covered by recall 681 from GE. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food processor and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund. 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.
