Recall of Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers (US)
May 8th, 2008 by Christine
We’ve just discovered that Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers by Munchkin are being recalled because they can overheat - and this, of course, presents a potential fire hazard. Munchkin has already received nine reports of these units overheating and some of them actually ignited. Thankfully, though, no one was harmed and it was only kitchen countertops that were damaged.
The product involved in this recall is the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487.
A very popular item with parents, it’s used to warm baby food and bottles of different sizes. It has a main basket, another basket that you lift out, a measuring cup and an adapter ring. The word ‘Munchkin’ appears on the front of the warmer and you can find the lot number on the bottom.
Please note that ONLY warmers with a lot number of ‘TP-1487′ are included in this recall.
These Munchkin warmers were sold online, at various retailers across the US and via the company’s catalog for around $20, from June 2007 through April 2008.
If you have one, please stop using it immediately (of course!) and contact Munchkin who will provide a free replacement warmer. You can contact their customer service department toll free at (866) 619-8673 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Alternatively, you can visit their website here.
