Mainstays Electric Mini Choppers Recall — HIGH Severity
Walmart · Recalled April 4, 2024 · Electrical & Lighting
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Last verified: April 4, 2024
Product Description
This recall involves Mainstays Electric Mini Choppers with model number MS14100094536S1. The choppers are rechargeable and cordless, and have a green lid, white body, and clear plastic bowl. They have one blade attachment, which consists of three curved blades on one white plastic spindle. Model number MS14100094536S1 is on the label attached to the bottom of the clear plastic bowl.
Hazard
The chopper's blade can operate unexpectedly during assembly or when not enclosed in the container, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Reported Injuries
Walmart has received five reports of lacerations, two of which required medical attention, including stitches. Injuries occurred during assembly of the product or during cleaning/handling of the product..
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled choppers, and contact Walmart to receive a full refund. Consumers can bring the chopper to their nearest Walmart store for a refund.
Manufacturer Contact
Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day, or online at https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls or https://corporate.walmart.com/ and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Units sold: About 51,750
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from August 2022 through October 2023 for between $10 and $15.
Manufactured by: Shuangma Plastic Manufacturing Inc., of China; Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas
Country of origin: China
Source
This recall information is sourced from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Recall date: April 4, 2024. CPSC Recall Number: 24178.