CPSC, The Metal Ware Corp. Announce Recall of Deep Fryer Covers
Home product recall 04-027. Announced by CPSC on Nov 6, 2003.
- CPSC: stop using it
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The short answer
Announced by CPSC on Nov 6, 2003. Copied from CPSC on Oct 19, 2026.
- Stop using it what CPSC tells owners to do now (needs attention)
- 47,000 units, as CPSC gives them
- Reported injuries, in the notice (needs attention)
Every line below is in CPSC’s own words, with its source beside it.
What’s wrong with it?
The mesh filter in the cover of the deep fryer can allow moisture to build in the oil reservoir, causing the oil reservoir to boil over during or shortly after use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
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What should you do?
Consumers should stop using the deep fryers immediately and contact The Metal Ware Corp. to request a free replacement cover kit and complimentary gift package.
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- How to reach the firm: Call The Metal Ware Corp. toll-free at (800) 726-4457 anytime or visit the firm’s website at www.nesco.com
Which ones are recalled?
This recall involves NESCO brand stainless steel deep fryers with a black plastic top and handles on either side. The model number is printed on the back of the product. Model numbers included in the recall are DF-250T, DF-1250T and DF-1250TL.
47,000 units, as CPSC gives them.
Deep Fryers.
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CPSC’s photos
CPSC shows 1 photo on its notice. Hearth Record doesn’t copy them; each opens on cpsc.gov.
Who made and sold it?
- Made by The Metal Ware Corp., Two Rivers, Wis.
- Discount department stores and retail Web sites, from May 2001 through October 2003, for about $55.
- Made in China, as the notice gives it.
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Was anyone hurt?
There have been eight reports of incidents, including one report of minor burns, requiring medical attention.
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What the record doesn’t say
- The notice lists no UPCs, so check the model, the description and the photos.
- The notice lists no model numbers in a field of their own; its description may give them.
- How many have been returned or fixed isn’t in the notice.
Hearth Record wrote these lines.
Sources
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Recalls API.
Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.
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