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What’s the Problem?
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission notice, this recall affects PowerXL Models SHL96 (UPC 7-52356-83067-0) and SHL90-SC (UPC 7-52356-83138-7) Self-Cleaning Juicers [1].
The juicers can rupture during use, striking consumers and posing a laceration hazard, or can leave small particle shavings in the juice, posing an ingestion hazard to consumers, CPSC said. Empower Brands is aware of 261 reports of incidents including 47 reports of injuries, some of which involved severe cuts requiring emergency treatment, stitches, bruises and ingestion of small particles requiring medical attention.
The recalled appliances are countertops, brushed stainless steel, and self-cleaning juicers, with a built-in automatic shut-off system. The “PowerXL” logo is located on the front of the juicer. The model numbers and UPC codes are printed on the bottom of the Model SHL96 and on the back of the SHL90-SC juicer.
The model SHL90-SC Power Juicer was sold online and at Walmart and other stores nationwide and model SHL96 Power Juicer was sold online and at BJ’s Wholesale Club, CVS, Kohl’s, Marshall’s, Target, T.J. Maxx, Walmart, and other stores nationwide from September 2020 through August 2022 for between $65 and $100.
If you purchased a juicer that is affected by this recall, you should stop using it immediately and contact Empower Brands to receive a full refund.
This recall began on June 1, 2023.
The CPSC Recall Number for this item is 23-213.
Cuisinart Food Processor Recall
According to the FDA notice from 2016, Similar to the Power XL Juicer recall, Conair in December 2016 issued a massive recall for its Cuisinart Food Processors [2] over a serious laceration risk to consumers.
The food processor’s riveted blade can crack over time and small, metal pieces of the blade can break off into the processed food, CPSC said. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Conair issued the recall after receiving at least 69 reports of consumers finding broken pieces of the blade in processed food, including 30 reports of mouth lacerations or tooth injuries.
This recall affects the riveted blades in Cuisinart food processors with model numbers that begin with the following: CFP-9, CFP-11, DFP-7, DFP-11, DFP-14, DLC-5, DLC-7, DLC-8, DLC-10, DLC-XP, DLC-2007, DLC-2009, DLC-2011, DLC-2014, DLC-3011, DLC-3014, EV-7, EV-10, EV-11, EV-14, KFP-7 and MP-14.
The recalled food processors were sold online and at department, gourmet and specialty stores nationwide from July 1996 through December 2015 for between $100 and $350.
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FAQs
Can I file a lawsuit if I didn’t suffer any physical injuries but incurred financial losses?
Yes, you can file a lawsuit for financial losses related to the defect, such as repair costs, replacement costs, or damage to your property. Consult with a lawyer to discuss your specific situation.
What are the potential outcomes of Power XL Juicer lawsuits?
Outcomes can include settlements, where the manufacturer agrees to compensate plaintiffs, or verdicts after a trial. The amounts and terms vary based on the specifics of each case.
Can I join a class-action lawsuit for the Power XL Juicer defect?
Yes, joining a class-action lawsuit is an option. It allows multiple plaintiffs to file a claim together, sharing legal resources and potentially increasing the efficiency of the legal process.
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References:
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Empower-Brands-Recalls-Power-XL-Self-Cleaning-Juicers-Due-to-Laceration-and-Ingestion-Hazards
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Cuisinart-Food-Processors-Recalled-by-Conair