Walmart Recalls Rival Electric Griddles Due to Shock Hazard

Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports Walmart recalls Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207.

The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide.

“Walmart” and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. “Rival” is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle’s temperature dial.

Recall Summary

Name of product: Rival brand griddles

Hazard: The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Consumer Contact: Walmart at 800.925.6278 between 7:00am to 9:00pm CT Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 9:00pm CT on Saturday and between 12:00pm and 6:00pm CT Sunday, online at www.walmart.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

Units: About 330,000

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.

Sold exclusively at: Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $20.00.

Importer(s): Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, AR

Manufactured in: China

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