Risk
UK company the Meyer Group has identified a risk of product failure linked to defective heating elements in certain batches of Prestige Deco 1.5L Cordless Dome Kettles. In isolated cases, this may result in sparks and a potential fire risk.
Models affected
The affected models were manufactured between December 2006 and November 2007. This recall relates to specific batches of this particular design. No other Prestige kettles or products are affected.
The batch codes numbers range from 1206 to 1107. Listed below is a schedule of the affected kettles.
Batch Code
Prestige Item Code / Colour
1206
42331 (Almond)
42336 (Apple Green)
42338 (Art Deco)
0107
42336 (Apple Green)
42335 (Black)
42330 (Red)
42333 (Satin)
0407
42331 (Almond)
42330 (Red)
0607
42331 (Almond)
42330 (Red)
0707
42331 (Almond)
42338 (Art Deco)
0807
42331 (Almond)
42335 (Black)
42330 (Red)
0907
42331 (Almond)
42337 (Tesco Red)
1007 - but NOT with suffix "E", i.e. 1007E
42338 (Art Deco)
1107 - but NOT with suffix "E", i.e. 1107E
42331 (Almond)
What to do next
Check the four-digit batch number located on the underside of the kettle. This number has been inscribed into both the kettle and underside of the base, and represents the month and year of manufacture.
If you have one of these kettles, stop using it and contact the Prestige helpline for further instructions.
For further information you can contact Prestige directly at (0044) 208 288 2295.
You can also visit www.prestige.co.uk, which provides further information on this recall and the affected Prestige Deco kettles.
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.
