CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, World Kitchen Inc. Announce Recall of Immersion Heaters

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-028

Date: November 09, 2005

Product Name: Immersion Heaters

Recall Description:

The immersion heaters are portable chrome-plated steel heaters with a white plastic handle and mug hook used for warming tea, coffee, soup, or other liquids. "IMMERSION HEATER," and "MADE IN TAIWAN" are embossed on the white plastic handle of these heaters. Some products were sold under the EKCO brand and others were sold with no brand.

Hazard Description:

Moisture in the heating element could cause corrosion over time, presenting a shock hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 472,000

Incidents:

World Kitchen Inc. has received two reports of short circuits. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Mass retailers, hardware and grocery stores nationwide from January 1999 through August 2005 for between $5 and $6.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan