Blenders Recalled By Haier America Due To Laceration Hazard

December 2, 2009

Product photo of a Haier blender currently being recalled

Units: About 53,800

Importer: Haier America Trading L.L.C., of New York, N.Y.

Manufacturer: Ka Po International Industrial Co., of Hong Kong

Hazard: The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.

Incidents/Injuries: Haier America has received approximately 60 reports of blade assemblies coming apart or breaking. One consumer reported receiving a minor cut to his hand.

Models Involved and Dates Sold:

  • HB500BSS - Nov 2006 through Oct 2009

Sold At: Mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $26 and $60.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a partial refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Haier America at (877) 337-3639 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.haierappliances.com.

This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. The units are stainless steel and black plastic. "Haier" is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.

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