Black & Decker electric waffle irons
6 reports to CPSC, the latest made Jan 13, 2022. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
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- 6reports to CPSC
- Jan 13, 2022the latest report was made
- Sep 11, 2011the earliest
- 6with the company’s comments
- Brand
- Black & Decker
- Makers
- Spectrum Brands, Inc. and Applica Consumer Products, Inc. - NOTIFY SPECTRUM BRANDSMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Electric waffle ironsCPSC’s product type: Electric Waffle Irons (code 235), in Kitchen: Appliances
Other ways the reports write the brand (1)
“Black and Decker”
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| January 2022 | 1 |
| March 2021 | 1 |
| January 2020 | 1 |
| February 2019 | 1 |
| April 2016 | 1 |
| September 2011 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
- Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
- No one hurt 4 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.
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No one hurt Made Jan 13, 2022, sent to the company Jan 18, 2022, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2022
The product, in the report: Black and Decker Waffle Maker, double flip (one upper and one lower iron, rotates to make two waffles at once. Lida open up to accept batter and then closed and are engaged forward to lock closed. The irons are about 7 1/2 inches in Diameter. The appliance is about 8 “ width x 5” ht. x 13” long. Model WMD 200 B (120Volt, 60 Hz, 1200 Watt, UL listed
I purchased a Black and Decker Double Flip Waffle Maker WMD 200 B from JCPenny on Nov. 26, 2021. I used the waffle maker for the 3rd. time at my Son in Law and Daughter’s house. on Dec. 22, 2021. I was at a gathering of 6 people including myself. I was seated at a card table with the waffle maker. The other 5 people were around in front of me. When the light indicated the waffle maker was ready, I put a normal amount of batter in the waffle maker, engaged the latch, waited 10 seconds, rotated it, an added a similar amount of batter to the empty side, and engaged the latch. About 1 and a half minutes later (time uncertain), The top of the upper chamber blew open and I felt a force hit my chest. The waffle maker lid had broken where it meets the rotation part of the waffle maker. The rim of the waffle maker didn’t have any excess batter. Using a rag, I was able to turn the waffle maker and remove the lower waffle. We were all shocked to say the least! Later, after I removed my shirt, I was stunned to see shards of plastic fall from my shirt with some still embedded in my shirt. If I had had the waffle maker on a kitchen counter, a higher height, the blast would have hit me in the face. The Incident occurred on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021 ~ 5:30 pm. In Tucson AZ. I believe this was a dangerous event and warrants immediate attention
- Model
- WMD 200 B (120Volt, 60 Hz, 1200 Watt, UL listed
- UPC
- ?
- Serial number
- none
- Bought from
- JCPenny (520) 293-8100, 4530 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson
- Bought
- Nov 26, 2021
- Where
- Tucson, Arizona: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 82, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black and Decker, made or sold by Spectrum Brands, Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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First aid Made Mar 31, 2021, sent to the company May 3, 2021, published by CPSC May 17, 2021
The product, in the report: Waffle maker
Caller stated that while the waffle maker was in use he reached over it and received burns to his right palm causing blisters. He administered first aid to the wound. He stated that he demonstrated to his spouse by pouring a small amount water on the top of the unit and it sizzled. Caller stated that there is no insulation between the heating element and the exterior.
Caller stated that he contacted the company and they requested that he return it for testing.
Caller believes that this product is unsafe and should be reported.
- Model
- g48td
- Bought from
- amazon.com
- Bought
- Mar 27, 2021
- Where
- Halfway, Missouri: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 48, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black & Decker, made or sold by Spectrum Brands, Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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No one hurt Made Jan 12, 2020, sent to the company Feb 12, 2020, published by CPSC Feb 27, 2020
The product, in the report: Black & Decker Double Flip Waffle Maker, Black
I was making blue berry waffles. I made the batter with blue berries. Before plugging the Black & Decker Double Flip (with duel cooking plates) product to the outlet to use for the first time, I read the product instruction book thoroughly, including the safeguards section, season the waffle irons as instructed, then wiped away any excess oil. I plugged in the product, then when the green indicator light turned on, I poured the first amount (3/4 cup) as directed in the instructions. I locked the product as designed and instructed. After 10 seconds (per the instructions), I turned it over to pour the batter on the other side. I locked the product as instructed, waiting 10 seconds, before turning it over to the side with the first cooking waffle. The first cooking waffle started to steam. At about one minute and a half later, it started to make a noise and was steaming very much. I backed away and the device exploded and jumped off the edge of the counter hitting the floor. No one was injured. It unplugged itself when it fell to the ground. I left it alone until it cooled off. I took two picture of the area shortly after the product exploded. I noticed that the plastic lock and one of the two handles snapped off and was left on the counter. I took additional pictures of the product after it cooled.
- Model
- WMD200B
- UPC
- 5087581460
- Bought from
- Macy’s, California
- Bought
- Dec 29, 2019
- Where
- Berkeley, California: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 46, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black & Decker, made or sold by Spectrum Brands, Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Feb 14, 2019, sent to the company Mar 5, 2019, published by CPSC Mar 20, 2019
The product, in the report: Black & Decker 3-in-1 Waffle Maker
The submitter is reporting the grill for posing a burn injury. She believes the bottom of the grill should have rubber stoppers to keep it from moving easily.
She was making pancakes and states that the grill went sliding when she used a plastic spatula to flip the pancake. She said she’s thankful that it did not fall on the floor or injure anyone.
She contacted the firm and notified them of the incident. She also asked if the grill comes with rubber stoppers to place on the bottom but the Rep. said it did not.
She said it was the first time she used the grill and she has not used it since.
She either purchased it from Walmart or Amazon.
- Model
- G48TD
- UPC
- Unknown
- Serial number
- Unknown
- Bought
- Dec 15, 2018, about then
- Where
- Caldwell, Idaho: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 73, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black & Decker, made or sold by Spectrum Brands, Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Hurt, no treatment Made Apr 5, 2016, sent to the company Apr 26, 2016, published by CPSC May 10, 2016
The product, in the report: waffle iron
(12/2015) The consumer stated that each time that she uses the product, she get second degree burns when accidently touching the outside surface.
The consumer stated that she was burned on three different occasions
No medical attention was required.
The consumer would like for proper labeling to warn consumer about the outside surface.
(04/05/2016) The consumer contacted the manufacturer about the issue. She was advised that the product is design intent. She was also advise to only touch the cool-touch handle.
- Model
- G48TD
- Bought from
- jcpenney.com
- Bought
- Dec 5, 2015, about then
- Where
- Pontiac, Michigan: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 71, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black & Decker, made or sold by Spectrum Brands, Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
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No one hurt Made Sep 11, 2011, sent to the company Sep 19, 2011, published by CPSC Oct 3, 2011
The product, in the report: Black & Decker Belgian Waffle Maker Model WMB500
This product was purchased last christmas 2010. It has a date code of 031X0. The hinges on the unit keep breaking, even before I use the waffle maker.
I contacted Black & Decker through their web site and received a new set of hinges.
Then they broke so here is my second email to them...
“Hi, I received the replacement hinges a few days ago. I put them in, open and closed the unit a few times, it seemed fine. Then I went to use the unit and a hinge broke. They do not seem to be able to support the weight of the top lid... or maybe they are getting caught on something inside and breaking. i request some more replacement hinges and better quality hinges! If they keep breaking, then I will request a replacement with one that will not break. Thank you!”
This is my third and last email to them... i did not get a response or new hinges...
sent 3-29-2011
“I received the second set of hinges some time ago... By the time I went to use the waffle maker, the hinges were already broken. All the hinges are breaking in the same spot. This is dangerous as the first time that I was able to use it,the hinges broke as I was using it, the top and bottom seperated and luckily I did not burn myself. The new hinges just break before I am able to use the product. The directions also say I am able to stand the unit upright, but the top and bottom open and then falls down. Needless to say, better hinges are needed... maybe metal ones that will not break. HELP !!!! I would like to use the product !!!! Are there any technicians that will research my problem? Please send new hinges... again.... Regards, [REDACTED]”
I would like to report this problem and get the Belgian Waffle Make off the shelves until they get them fixed.
- Model
- Belgian Waffle Maker Model WMB500 Date Code 031X0
- Bought from
- KOHLs, New Hampshire
- Bought
- Dec 18, 2010
- Where
- Saint Johnsbury, Vermont: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 56, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Black & Decker, made or sold by Applica Consumer Products, Inc. - NOTIFY SPECTRUM BRANDS
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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