Risk
The iced tea maker's components can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Models affected
The recall includes only those products with a date code of CA1307 or CA1307-A.
Details
Bon-Ton department stores and hardware stores nationwide, the JCPenney catalog, and Internet retailers from April 2007 through July 2007 for between $40 and $50.
The recalled Iced Tea Maker (Model #IT400) is mostly white and has a 2.5 quart glass pitcher.
What to do next
The model number is embossed on the bottom of the unit, and the date code is printed on a small white sticker, which is also on the bottom of the unit.
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled iced tea makers immediately and contact Back to Basics Products to receive a free replacement product or refund.
For additional information, call the firm at (800) 874-4084 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday; visit the firm’s Web site at www.backtobasicsproducts.com; or e-mail the firm at IT400recall@remove-this.btbproducts.com
Electrical Safety First recommends that anyone who discovers they have an electrical item that has been recalled should stop using it until it has been checked by the manufacturer.
