Apple Slicer/Corer
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: August 29, 2002 Leifheit International USA Inc., of Melville, N.Y. Other Consumer Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 31,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Leifheit International USA Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
- Reason for Recall:
- The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 31,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 02239