Urgent Recall Issued for Air Fryers Sold in Market Harborough and Elsewhere Over Fire Risk
A major product recall has been issued for air fryers manufactured by Tower appliances, which were sold in stores including B&M, Argos, Tesco, and Poundland, due to a risk of overheating and catching fire during use.
According to reports, the affected air fryers were manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023, and Leicestershire and Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue services are urging people with the affected models to stop using them immediately and unplug them.
The recall affects several models of Tower air fryers, including the T17023 Tower 2.2Ltr Manual Air Fryer, T17061BLK Tower 4Ltr Manual Air Fryer, T17067 Tower 4Ltr Digital Air Fryer, and T17087 Tower 2Ltr Compact Manual Air Fryer.
In a statement, Tower said: "We have become aware that a small number of Tower Air Fryers have a manufacturing defect which may result in overheating that under certain circumstances could pose a risk of fire." The company added that "the safety and well-being of our customers is our top priority, and we have made the decision to voluntarily recall these models as a precautionary measure."
The fault has been deemed low risk by Trading Standards, but the company is taking no chances. Tower is offering refunds or replacements for the affected products, and customers can register for more information on the Tower Housewares webpage.
As reported by Harborough FM, the affected air fryers were sold in stores across the UK, including in Market Harborough. The news provider understands that the recall is a precautionary measure to ensure public safety.
The affected air fryers were sold in stores including B&M, Argos, Tesco, and Poundland, and customers are advised to check if they have one of the affected models. The company is urging customers to stop using the air fryers immediately and unplug them to avoid any potential risk.
For further information, including registering your product for a refund or replacement, access the Tower Housewares webpage: https://orlo.uk/nxJdT.
The recall is a timely reminder for consumers to be vigilant about product safety and to take necessary precautions to avoid potential hazards. As the source of this article, Harborough FM, notes, "the safety and well-being of our customers is our top priority," and it is essential for companies to take proactive measures to ensure public safety.
In related news, consumers are advised to always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines for using electrical appliances, and to take necessary precautions to avoid potential hazards.
According to Harborough FM, the recall affects several models of Tower air fryers, and customers are advised to check if they have one of the affected models. The company is offering refunds or replacements for the affected products, and customers can register for more information on the Tower Housewares webpage.
The news provider understands that the recall is a precautionary measure to ensure public safety, and it is essential for companies to take proactive measures to ensure that their products are safe for use.
As reported by Harborough FM, the affected air fryers were manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023, and Leicestershire and Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue services are urging people with the affected models to stop using them immediately and unplug them.
The company is taking no chances, and the recall is a timely reminder for consumers to be vigilant about product safety and to take necessary precautions to avoid potential hazards.
