Sensio received 63 incident reports, including 61 burn injuries, some involving second- and third-degree burns to the face, torso, arms, and hands. The CPSC recall remains publicly listed with a refund remedy, and consumers should stop using an affected cooker and contact Sensio for recall information.
Quick Facts
- Products: Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, Cooks, and Bella stovetop pressure cookers
- Units affected: About 860,000
- Hazard: Lid can unlock and be removed during use, allowing hot contents to escape
- Incidents/Injuries: 63 incidents, including 61 reported burn injuries
Table Of Contents
- Latest Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Developments
- What Is the Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall?
- Which Sensio Pressure Cooker Models Were Recalled?
- Why Were Sensio Pressure Cookers Recalled?
- How Many Injuries Were Reported?
- Why Is Premature Lid Opening Dangerous?
- Where Were the Recalled Pressure Cookers Sold?
- What Should Owners of Recalled Sensio Pressure Cookers Do?
- What Are the General Risks of Pressure Cookers?
- How Do Other Pressure Cooker Recalls Illustrate the Risk?
- Who May Be Affected?
- What Injuries Can a Pressure Cooker Accident Cause?
- Who May Be Liable for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Injury?
- Current Sensio Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Status
- Do I Qualify for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Claim?
- Legal Process for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Claim
- Compensation in a Sensio Pressure Cooker Case
- Important Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Developments
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit?
- How many Sensio pressure cookers were recalled?
- Why were the Sensio pressure cookers recalled?
- How many Sensio pressure cooker injuries were reported?
- Which brands are included in the Sensio recall?
- What remedy is available for recalled Sensio pressure cookers?
- What should I keep after a pressure cooker burn accident?
- Can I file a Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit?
- Do I Have a Sensio Pressure Cooker Lawsuit?
- References
Latest Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Developments
September 2026
September 16, 2026 – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission continues to list the Sensio pressure cooker recall in its public recall database with a refund as the stated remedy. The agency’s recall page continues to direct owners of affected Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, Cooks, and Bella stovetop pressure cookers to stop using the appliances and contact Sensio. [1]
August 2023
August 10, 2023 – Sensio recalled about 860,000 electric and stovetop pressure cookers because their lids can unlock and be removed during use, allowing hot contents to splash out and creating a burn hazard. Sensio had received 63 incident reports, including 61 burn injuries, some involving second- and third-degree burns to the face, torso, arms, and hands. [1]
What Is the Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall?
The recall covers multiple electric pressure cookers sold under the Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, and Cooks brands, as well as Bella stovetop pressure cookers. Sensio Inc. of New York imported the affected products, which were manufactured in China.
The recalled electric pressure cookers are stainless steel and were sold in six-, eight-, and 10-quart capacities. The recalled Bella stovetop pressure cookers were sold in five-, eight-, and 12-quart capacities.
The item or model number appears on a permanent product label or an imprinted stamp on the bottom of the cooker. Consumers should compare that number with the recall list before continuing to use the appliance.
Which Sensio Pressure Cooker Models Were Recalled?
The recalled electric pressure cooker item numbers include:
- Bella 14467 – 6 quart
- Bella 14570 – 6 quart
- Bella 14595 – 8 quart
- Bella 14682 – 8 quart
- Bella 14710 – 6 quart
- Bella 14718 – 8 quart
- Bella 14719 – 6 quart
- Bella 14780 – 10 quart
- Bella Pro Series 90072 – 6 quart
- Bella Pro Series 90073 – 8 quart
- Crux 14721 – 8 quart
- Cooks 22276 – 6 quart
The recalled Bella stovetop models are JY-PC20US-5P in the five-quart size, JYPC24US-8P in the eight-quart size, and JY-PC26US-11P in the 12-quart size.
Why Were Sensio Pressure Cookers Recalled?
The pressure cooker’s lid can unlock and be removed while the appliance is still in use. If pressure and extremely hot contents remain inside, removing the lid can allow food and liquid to splash outward unexpectedly.
This creates a direct burn and scald hazard for anyone standing near the cooker. The reported problem is especially serious because a consumer may believe the lid cannot be removed while the appliance remains pressurized.
The CPSC recall involves both electric and stovetop models. Consumers were instructed to stop using the recalled pressure cookers immediately rather than continue using them while waiting to obtain the refund.
How Many Injuries Were Reported?
Sensio received 63 reports of incidents involving the recalled pressure cookers. Sixty-one of those reports involved burn injuries.
According to the CPSC, some injuries included second- and third-degree burns to the face, torso, arms, and hands. The recall notice does not provide a complete medical history for each injured consumer.
The unusually high proportion of injury reports makes this recall distinct from many consumer product recalls announced before anyone has been hurt. Here, burn injuries had already been reported repeatedly before the recall was announced.
Why Is Premature Lid Opening Dangerous?
Pressure cookers trap steam and heat inside a sealed vessel so food can cook at elevated temperatures. When the cooker is opened before pressure has safely dissipated, the sudden pressure change can cause hot liquid, steam, and food to move rapidly out of the pot.
MedlinePlus identifies hot liquids and steam as common causes of scald burns. Burns can affect only the outer skin or extend through deeper tissue layers depending on temperature, duration of exposure, and the area of the body involved. [2]
Consumers standing over a countertop pressure cooker may have their face, chest, arms, and hands positioned near the lid when they attempt to open it. Those areas are therefore particularly vulnerable if hot contents escape suddenly.
Where Were the Recalled Pressure Cookers Sold?
The recalled Sensio pressure cookers were sold at JCPenney, Kohl’s, Lowe’s, Macy’s, and Target stores nationwide. They were also available through Amazon.com and other online retailers.
Sales occurred from September 2015 through September 2020. Electric pressure cookers sold for about $30 to $70, while stovetop models sold for approximately $8 to $18.
What Should Owners of Recalled Sensio Pressure Cookers Do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Sensio for the refund remedy. Owners should first verify the item or model number printed or stamped on the bottom of their cooker.
A consumer who experienced an incident should consider preserving photographs, purchase records, communications with Sensio, medical records, and any other available evidence. If a serious injury occurred, the cooker itself may also be relevant physical evidence in a product-liability investigation.
What Are the General Risks of Pressure Cookers?
Pressure cookers contain hot food, steam, and liquid under pressure. Safe operation depends on lids, locking systems, gaskets, valves, vents, and pressure-control components working correctly.
Potential pressure cooker hazards can include:
- Lids opening while pressure remains inside
- Unexpected ejection of hot food or liquid
- Blocked pressure-release valves
- Damaged or improperly installed sealing rings
- Unexpected steam release
- Excess pressure caused by blocked vents or overfilling
These are general pressure cooker hazards and do not mean that every Sensio cooker experienced every type of malfunction. The specific defect identified in this recall is the ability of the lid to unlock and be removed during use.
How Do Other Pressure Cooker Recalls Illustrate the Risk?
Premature lid opening has also been identified in recalls involving other pressure cooker manufacturers. In 2025, for example, CPSC recalled approximately 1.8 million SharkNinja Foodi pressure cookers because their lids could be opened during use, allowing hot contents to escape and creating a burn hazard. [3]
The SharkNinja recall involved a separate product and should not be treated as evidence about an individual Sensio cooker. It illustrates why lid-locking systems are an important pressure cooker safety feature.
Who May Be Affected?
Consumers who purchased a Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, Cooks, or Bella stovetop pressure cooker covered by recall number 23-256 may own an affected product. About 860,000 units were included in the recall.
People who suffered burns after a lid unlocked or hot contents escaped may want to preserve the cooker, lid, gasket, valves, model information, receipts, photographs, and medical records. These materials can help establish what product was involved and how the incident occurred.
What Injuries Can a Pressure Cooker Accident Cause?
Hot food, water, sauce, oil, and steam released from a pressure cooker can cause thermal and scald burns. The severity of those injuries can vary substantially based on the temperature and duration of contact.
Potential burn injuries may include:
- Superficial burns
- Partial-thickness burns
- Full-thickness burns
- Blistering and severe pain
- Scarring or skin discoloration
- Need for emergency or follow-up medical care
MedlinePlus explains that second-degree burns affect the outer and underlying skin layers, while third-degree burns extend into deeper tissue. Major burns, particularly those involving the face or hands, can require urgent medical treatment. [2]
Who May Be Liable for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Injury?
Potential liability depends on the facts of the incident and applicable law. Manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers, or other parties involved in supplying an allegedly defective pressure cooker may potentially be evaluated when an injury occurs.
Possible legal theories can include defective design, manufacturing defects, inadequate warnings, negligence, or breach of warranty. A consumer generally must establish an applicable legal basis for liability and show that the alleged defect caused or contributed to the injury.
Sensio Inc. is identified by the CPSC as the importer of the recalled pressure cookers. The recall itself does not automatically establish liability in a particular personal injury claim.
Current Sensio Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Status
The CPSC recall remains publicly listed and identifies a refund as the remedy. The federal recall notice itself does not announce a class action, multidistrict litigation proceeding, personal injury settlement, or nationwide compensation program involving these pressure cookers.
An individual legal claim may still be evaluated when a recalled cooker allegedly allowed its lid to open during use and caused a burn injury. Whether a claim remains viable depends on the incident date, evidence, injuries, applicable state law, and filing deadlines.
Do I Qualify for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Claim?
- Did you own or use a recalled Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, Cooks, or Bella stovetop pressure cooker?
- Did the lid unlock, rotate, or come off while the cooker was still in use?
- Did hot food, liquid, or steam escape unexpectedly?
- Did you suffer burns or another injury requiring medical treatment?
Answering yes to one or more questions does not automatically establish a lawsuit. An attorney can review the model number, cooker, incident circumstances, medical records, damages, and applicable deadlines to determine whether additional investigation may be appropriate.
Legal Process for a Sensio Pressure Cooker Claim
- Free case review. An attorney reviews the affected pressure cooker, how the incident occurred, and the resulting injuries.
- Investigation. Evidence may include the cooker, lid, gasket, valves, photographs, purchase records, medical records, and recall information.
- Filing. If the evidence and applicable law support a claim, a product-liability lawsuit may be filed against one or more potentially responsible parties.
- Discovery/negotiation. The parties may exchange evidence, obtain testimony, consult experts, investigate the alleged defect, and discuss possible resolution.
- Resolution. A case may conclude through settlement, dismissal, court ruling, or trial depending on the facts and procedural history.
Compensation in a Sensio Pressure Cooker Case
Depending on the circumstances, a pressure cooker injury claim may seek damages for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, and other losses allowed under applicable law. Available damages depend on the injuries, evidence, jurisdiction, and other case-specific circumstances.
Compensation amounts vary by case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Important Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Developments
| Event | Month/Year | Type | Status | Source | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSC Recall Listing | September 2026 | Recall Status | Publicly listed | [1] | Refund remains listed remedy |
| Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall | August 2023 | CPSC Consumer Product Recall | Announced | [1] | About 860,000 units |
| Burn Injury Reports | August 2023 | Incident Reports | 61 injuries reported | [1] | Second- and third-degree burns |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit?
The Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit topic concerns potential individual claims involving recalled Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, Cooks, and Bella stovetop pressure cookers. The recalled cookers can allow the lid to unlock and be removed during use, exposing consumers to hot contents.
How many Sensio pressure cookers were recalled?
About 860,000 electric and stovetop pressure cookers were included in the August 2023 recall. The products were sold from September 2015 through September 2020.
Why were the Sensio pressure cookers recalled?
The lids can unlock and be removed while the cooker is in use. This can allow hot food and liquid to splash out unexpectedly and cause burns.
How many Sensio pressure cooker injuries were reported?
Sensio received 63 incident reports, including 61 reported burn injuries. Some involved second- and third-degree burns to the face, torso, arms, and hands.
Which brands are included in the Sensio recall?
The recall includes Bella, Bella Pro Series, Crux, and Cooks electric pressure cookers and Bella stovetop pressure cookers. Consumers should check the item or model number on the bottom of the cooker.
What remedy is available for recalled Sensio pressure cookers?
The CPSC instructed consumers to stop using affected cookers immediately and contact Sensio for a refund. The CPSC recall page continues to list refund as the remedy.
What should I keep after a pressure cooker burn accident?
Potential evidence can include the cooker, lid, gasket, valves, item or model number, purchase records, photographs, medical records, and photographs of injuries. Preserving the product can be important if a legal investigation is contemplated.
Can I file a Sensio Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit?
A consumer who suffered burns allegedly caused by a recalled pressure cooker may warrant an individual legal review. The recall does not automatically establish liability, and a potential claim depends on causation, evidence, damages, applicable law, and filing deadlines.
Do I Have a Sensio Pressure Cooker Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one suffered burns or another injury after a recalled Sensio pressure cooker unexpectedly released hot food, liquid, or steam, you may have legal options. Contact Schmidt & Clark for a free case review.
References
[1] https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Sensio-Recalls-Bella-Bella-Pro-Series-Cooks-and-Crux-Electric-and-Stovetop-Pressure-Cookers-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
[2] https://medlineplus.gov/burns.html
[3] https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/SharkNinja-Recalls-1-8-Million-Foodi-Multi-Function-Pressure-Cookers-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-Serious-Burn-Injuries-Reported