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CPSC, Leifheit International USA Announce Recall of Apple Slicer/Corer

U.S. CPSCInjuriesAug 29, 2002
Apple Slicer/Corer
Apple Slicer/Corer
Number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture
Number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund.

Incidents & injuries

Leifheit has received two reports of the blades separating, resulting in minor cuts to the user's fingers.

Product description

The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.

Sold on

Houseware and gourmet cooking stores sold the slicers/corers nationwide, from January 2001 to July 2002, for about $18.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers can contact Leifheit at (866) 695-3434 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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