According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Target Corporation has issued a recall on approximately 304000 units of Chefmate 6-Speed Blenders. The products in question have a plastic pitcher that can detach from the blade assembly underneath leaving blades exposed and pose a risk of laceration. The model number for the blenders is BL-10 sold at Target stores nationwide from September 2007 to February 2011. For additional information contact Target at (800) 440-0680.
Commentary
Target has reported at least 11 separate incidents of the pitcher separating from the blade assembly. In 7 of those complaints consumers reported serious cuts to their fingers and hands. The issuing of a recall is a begrudging move for a manufacturer but a necessary one for liability purposes. If a company were to ignore reports of injury and continue selling defective equipment the resulting damages could be astronomical. For a relatively normal sized recall 11 complaints is a decently noteworthy problem. My readers should take note of this recall and check if they own the product in question and immediately stop use.
Texas Product Liability Lawyer Michael Grossman
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