Costco recalls more than 113,000 kettles due to risk of serious burns

Mais of 113,000 electric kettles were recalled in Estados Unidos after reports of handles coming loose and spilling hot water. The recall, announced on May 14, affects the Enfinigy Kettle and Enfinigy Kettle Pro models manufactured by ZWILLING JA Henckels Aktiengesellschaft and sold at Costco and HomeGoods. Comissão of Segurança of Produtos of Consumo (CPSC) documented one case of second-degree burn and 163 reports in total.

Defective handles pose a significant risk of serious injury. The company has received five incidents involving complete separation of handles and one confirmed case of second-degree burns related to the product.

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Affected Modelos and identification

Recalled kettles can be identified by the model numbers on the base and bottom of the appliance. Serial numbers vary depending on product capacity and version.

Affected models include:

• Chaleira electric 1.5L Enfinigy: numbers 53101-200 and 53101-201
• Chaleira electric 1.5L Enfinigy Pro: numbers 53101-500, 53101-501, 53101-502, 53101-503 and 53101-504
• The ZWILLING brand is engraved on the bottom and power base

The kettles were available in a variety of colors, including black, silver, rose gold, and white. Consumidores should immediately check the serial numbers on their devices.

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Período sales and geographic distribution

The product was sold between December 2019 and February 2026 in Costco and HomeGoods stores across the country. Sales also took place through the website zwilling.com, with prices between US$ 120 and US$ 200. Além of the Estados Unidos, 43,963 units were sold in the Canadá and 48 in the México, expanding the potential scope of the problem.

Medidas required for consumers

The CPSC advises buyers to stop using the kettles immediately. The refund process begins with contacting the ZWILLING brand directly to obtain a full refund. Nos Estados Unidos, consumers should also visit the manufacturer’s website for instructions before disposing of the product. The steps include unplugging the kettle, cutting the cable and sending a photo of the appliance as proof.

The recommendation is clear: do not continue using the device until the issue is resolved with the company. The risk of serious burns justifies the urgency in official guidance.

Contexto from recall

Este recall is part of a sequence of popular product recalls in recent months. An Blackstone seasoning was also recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. Além In addition, more than 125,000 children’s tower stools were recalled across the country due to a possible fatal defect. Cada case reinforces the CPSC’s ongoing surveillance of the safety of products sold in large retail chains.