Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
The recalled product is the PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five-inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven-inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers.
Recall Product Images
Recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five-inch)
Recalled PowerXL Model ESWM03 (seven-inch)
Recalled PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers
Potential Risks or Issues
The potential risks or issues include hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing being expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
The firm has received 44 reports of incidents including 34 burn injuries with three requiring medical attention.
About the Recall
This recall involves PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five-inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven-inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers. The waffle makers were sold in 11 colors including black, white, red, cinnamon, gray, lavender, lemon, ocean, slate, seafoam and sage. The PowerXL logo is located on top of the waffle maker. The product measures approximately 5 inches in diameter (Model ESWM02), or 7 inches in diameter (Model ESWM03). The model numbers and date codes are printed on a tag attached to the power cord, with all date codes included in this recall.
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
The model numbers and date codes are printed on a tag attached to the power cord, with all date codes included in this recall.
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 456,000 units are affected.
Affected Batch/Date Range
All date codes are included in this recall.
Who is the Distributor(s)?
The distributors are Tristar Products Inc. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida until February 17, 2022, and Tristar Products Inc. on behalf of Empower Brands, LLC of Middleton, Wisconsin, after February 17, 2022.
Places Where Recalled Product was Sold
The recalled product was sold at Walmart, Kohls, Big Lots, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target, Sam’s Club and other home goods stores nationwide and online at www.QVC.com, www.walmart.com, www.kohls.com and other websites from July 2021 through October 2022 for between $30 and $60.
Where was This Manufactured?
The recalled product was manufactured in China.
Actions for Consumers
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers and contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.
Remedy Process
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers and contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.
Additional Information
For more information, consumers can contact Empower Brands toll-free at 866-276-0063 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, email at wafflizerrecall@brandprotectplus.com or online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/wafflizer or https://powerxlproducts.com and click on “Safety Recalls” at the top of the page.
Regulatory Compliance
This recall is being issued in cooperation with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victim?
- Stop using the recalled product immediately.
- Contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.
- Read the full recall information at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Empower-Brands-Recalls-PowerXL-Stuffed-Wafflizer-Waffle-Makers-Due-to-Burn-Hazard.
Final Thought
Consumers should take this recall seriously and take the necessary measures to ensure the safety of themselves and their families. It is important to remember that even a seemingly small product, like a waffle maker, can pose a serious safety issue if not used correctly.
