Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
The recalled product is PowerXL Models SHL96 and SHL90-SC Self-Cleaning Juicers from Empower Brands.
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Potential Risks or Issues
The potential risks of using the recalled juicers include laceration and ingestion hazards. The juicers can rupture during use, striking consumers and posing a laceration hazard, or can leave small particle shavings in the juice, posing an ingestion hazard to consumers.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
Empower Brands is aware of 261 reports of incidents including 47 reports of injuries, some of which involved severe cuts requiring emergency treatment, stitches, bruises and ingestion of small particles requiring medical attention.
About the Recall
This recall involves PowerXL Models SHL96 and SHL90-SC Self-Cleaning Juicers. They are countertop, brushed stainless steel, self-cleaning juicers, with a built-in automatic shut-off system. The PowerXL logo is located on the front of the juicer. The model numbers and UPC codes are printed on the bottom of the Model SHL96 and on the back of the SHL90-SC juicer. Model UPC SHL96 7-52356-83067-0 SHL90-SC 7-52356-83138-7
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
The model numbers and UPC codes are printed on the bottom of the Model SHL96 and on the back of the SHL90-SC juicer. Model UPC SHL96 7-52356-83067-0 SHL90-SC 7-52356-83138-7
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 469,000 units were sold in the United States, and about 10,900 units were sold in Canada.
Affected Batch/Date Range
The recalled juicers were sold from September 2020 through August 2022.
Who is the Distributor(s)?
The recalled juicers were distributed by 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
Model SHL90-SC was sold at Walmart and other stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com and model SHL96 was sold at BJ’s Wholesale Club, CVS, Kohl’s, Marshall’s, Target, T.J. Maxx, Walmart, and other stores nationwide, including online at www.amazon.com from September 2020 through August 2022 for between $65 and $100.
Where was This Manufactured?
The recalled juicers were manufactured in China.
Actions for Consumers
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Self-Cleaning Juicers and contact Empower Brands to receive a full refund.
Remedy Process
Consumers should contact Empower Brands toll-free at 866-606-2441 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, email at juicerrecall@brandprotectplus.com or online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/juicer or https://powerxlproducts.com and click on “Safety Recall Notice” at the top of the page for more information.
Additional Information
- For more information, visit https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Empower-Brands-Recalls-Power-XL-Self-Cleaning-Juicers-Due-to-Laceration-and-Ingestion-Hazards.
- Canadian consumers should visit https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/powerxl-model-shl96-and-shl90-sc-self-cleaning-juicers-recalled-due-laceration-and for more information.
Regulatory Compliance
This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada.
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victm?
To protect yourself from falling victim to this product recall, immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Self-Cleaning Juicers and contact Empower Brands to receive a full refund.
Final Thought
This product recall is a reminder of the importance of reading product labels and following safety instructions. If you have purchased one of these recalled juicers, stop using it right away and contact Empower Brands for a full refund.
