DATE: May 8, 2008
CATEGORY: Bottles & Feeding
COMPANY/BRAND: Munchkin
THE DANGER: The bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
DESCRIPTION: The recall includes about 5,000 Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. "Munchkin" is located on the front of the warmer and "TP-1487" is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number "TP-1487" are included in this recall.
SOLD AT: Various retailers nationwide and company's catalog from June 2007 through April 2008 for about $20.
WHAT TO DO: Stop using the bottle and food warmers with lot number TP-1487 immediately and contact Munchkin to receive a free replacement. For additional information, contact customer service toll-free at (866) 619-8673 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.munchkin.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08263.html