CPSC Recall in 2013: Wilton Industries Recalls Chefmate Tea Kettles Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-269

Date: August 20, 2013

Product Name: Chefmate 2-Quart Tea Kettles

Recall Description:

Steam and hot water can leak from the black 2-quart tea kettle handle and spout. Consumers have reported leaks and the kettle base melting onto the stove burner.

Hazard Description:

Steam can travel up the handle, or water can spill from the spout, posing a burn hazard to the consumer. In addition, the leaking steam can cause the kettle to fail to whistle. If water completely evaporates from the kettle, the aluminum bottom can melt onto the stove and pose a burn hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 716,000 in the United States and 1,400 in Canada

Incidents:

The firm has received 13 reports of incidents, including five reports of steam traveling up the handle, three reports of hot water spilling from the spout and a report of a hot handle. In addition, four consumers reported the tea kettle base melting onto the stove burner. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2006 through May 2013 for about $9.

Manufactured In:

Indonesia and China