Product Recall Alert

Empower Brands Recalls PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer Waffle Makers Due to Burn Hazard

Hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing can be expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers.

The waffle makers were sold in 11 colors including black, white, red, cinnamon, gray, lavender, lemon, ocean, slate, seafoam and sage. The PowerXL logo is located on top of the waffle maker. The product measures approximately 5 inches in diameter (Model ESWM02), or 7 inches in diameter (Model ESWM03). The model numbers and date codes are printed on a tag attached to the power cord, with all date codes included in this recall.

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received 44 reports of incidents including 34 burn injuries with three requiring medical attention.

Recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch)

Name of Product: PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers

Recall Date: May 18, 2023

Recall Number: 23-205

Hazard: Hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing can be expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers.

Sold At: Walmart, Kohls, Big Lots, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target, Sam’s Club and other home goods stores nationwide and online at QVC.com, walmart.com, kohls.com and other websites from July 2021 through October 2022 for between $30 and $60.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers and contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.

Units: About 456,000

Consumer Directions and Contact

What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?

Empower Brands toll-free at 866-276-0063 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, email at wafflizerrecall@brandprotectplus.com or online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/wafflizer or https://powerxlproducts.com and click on “Safety Recalls” at the top of the page for more information.

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