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Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Date: September 30, 2008
Company: Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for between $17 and $28.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to any Wal-Mart for a full refund or replacement toaster.

Affected Products

The recalled toasters have a chrome steel body, a black plastic base and controls with either two or four openings on the top. The GE logo is located on the front of the toasters just above the controls. Model numbers 169115 and 169116 are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toasters. 4-Slice 169115 2-Slice 169116

Why Was This Recalled?

An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for between $17 and $28.

Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for between $17 and $28. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report