Urgent Consumer Alert: Over 1.2 Million Oster French Door Toaster Ovens Recalled Amid Serious Fire and Burn Risks

In a pressing move to prioritize consumer safety, Sunbeam Products has announced a massive recall of over 1.2 million Oster French Door Toaster Ovens. This widespread recall comes in response to serious concerns about fire and burn hazards associated with the popular kitchen appliance, urging immediate action from consumers nationwide.

The U.S.

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a joint statement with Sunbeam, revealing that the affected toaster ovens pose a significant risk of overheating, smoldering, and melting, which can lead to fires and severe burns. These incidents are not theoretical; the company has received a startling 233 reports of the toaster ovens malfunctioning, including 61 documented cases of fires.

The consequences have been alarming, with 12 individuals suffering minor burns or smoke inhalation due to these defects.

The recall specifically targets Oster French Door Toaster Oven models TSSTTVFDDG, TSSTTVFDDA, and TSSTTVFDDB. These appliances, identifiable by their distinctive French door design, were sold at major retailers across the country, including Walmart, Target, Amazon, Costco, and various other online and brick-and-mortar stores.

The sales period for these potentially hazardous units spanned an extensive period, from January 2011 through September 2022.

The CPSC emphasized that the primary concern lies in the internal wiring or heating elements of the toaster ovens, which can become defective over time, leading to the aforementioned hazards.

Owners may notice signs like unusual odors, excessive heat, or visible charring before a more serious incident occurs, though many incidents can happen without prior warning.

Given the severity of the risks, Sunbeam Products and the CPSC are issuing an urgent plea to all consumers who own these specific Oster French Door Toaster Oven models.

It is imperative to cease all use of the recalled appliances immediately. Continuing to operate them could result in property damage, injury, or worse.

To facilitate the recall process, consumers are instructed to contact Sunbeam Products directly. The company is offering a full refund or a product voucher of equal value to those who return their affected toaster ovens.

This proactive measure aims to ensure that every potentially dangerous unit is removed from circulation and that consumers are compensated for their purchase. For detailed instructions on how to participate in the recall, verify your model, and initiate the refund or voucher process, consumers should visit the official recall page or contact Sunbeam's customer service lines.

Do not delay—your safety is paramount.