Instant other cookware

8 reports to CPSC, the latest made Jul 7, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

8reports to CPSC
Jul 7, 2026the latest report was made
Oct 16, 2019the earliest
4with the company’s comments

Brand: Instant
Makers: Double Insight Inc and Instant Brands Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Other cookwareCPSC’s product type: Other Cookware (code 465), in Kitchen: Cookware & Tableware

Other ways the reports write the brand (5)

“Instant Vortex”, “Insta Pot”, “Instant Brands Inc”, “Instant Pot” and “Instant pot”

By month

2 reports from August 2025 to July 2026; the most in July 2026, 1. 6 earlier reports, since October 2019, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
July 2026	1
August 2025	1
April 2022	1
January 2021	1
May 2020	2
February 2020	1
October 2019	1

How badly anyone was hurt

First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
Hurt, no treatment 2 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
No one hurt 4 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No 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.

No incident, no one hurt
Made Jul 7, 2026, sent to the company Jul 10, 2026, published by CPSC Jul 24, 2026

The product, in the report: Air Fryer Oven

A screw fell out into my food from the top of the air fryer.

Model
Vortex Plus 10
Serial number
0010552931006576
Where
Valley Falls, Kansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 53, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Instant, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20260707-27783-2147314310. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 6, 2025, sent to the company Aug 11, 2025, published by CPSC Aug 25, 2025

The product, in the report: Instant Pot Vortex Plus 6 QT Clear Cook Air Fryer in black purchased on Amazon in July 2023

Instant Vortex Air Fryer caught fire during use. During use I suddenly smelled electric burning. Before I could unplug it I heard a loud crack and flames were coming out of the top of the unit.

Model
AFB6132BK
Serial number
0010607211000508 F3022CT
Bought from
amazon
Bought
Jul 10, 2023
Where
ENOLA, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 62, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Instant Vortex, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20250806-7354A-2147328882. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Apr 26, 2022, sent to the company Apr 28, 2022, published by CPSC May 12, 2022

The product, in the report: Instant Omni Plus air fryer

My Instant brand Omni plus air fryer has burned me several times due to the rack falling off of the side rails when the oven was hot. The rack is too narrow, or the side rails have stretched and widened to the point where the rack constantly drops down onto the heating elements.

Model
Omni Plus 18
Serial number
10563495-B01606
Where
Orlando, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Instant, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20220426-676B3-2147356527. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Jan 11, 2021, sent to the company Jan 26, 2021, published by CPSC Feb 9, 2021

The product, in the report: Instant Pot Vortex Plus 10 Quart Air Fryer 1500W Oven Model Vortex Plus 10 UPC 5756100864

Last night, our family was exposed to dangerous levels of hexathane chromium fumes from the heating element on our new Instant Pot Air Fryer. Our house filled with a metallic smell and taste almost instantly upon using it. The smell is obnoxious and made me and my 2 year old daughter cough a lot. I am nowhaving the worst symptoms of us with inflamed nasal passages and lungs, a racing heart and having a hard time breathing with a heavy feeling in my chest, amongst a few other symptoms like a cold feeling in my hands. My 2 year old daughter and pregnant wife were exposed as well but aren’t having this extreme of a reaction. We’ve been trying to ventilate the house but it still smells very strong. After looking online for answers, I found that these ovens are known for having these problems and exposing people to nickel chromium or hexathane chromium fumes from the heating element upon initial and subsequent use. This type of exposure to hexathane chromium is more common in industrial welding accidents and is a known health hazard in many types of industry. The appliance is a Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven 10 quart. I purchased this from Walmart this last week and used it the first last night. I’m concerned for our health, especially my 2 year old daughter and my pregnant wife.

Model
Vortex Plus 10
UPC
5756100864
Serial number
0010551357028180
Bought from
Wal-Mart
Bought
Jan 4, 2021
Where
Glenwood, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 1, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Instant Pot, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/10/2021) Double Insight Inc: Instant Brands Inc. (“Instant Brands”) appreciates receiving this Consumer Product Safety Act Section 6A Report (Report No. 20210111-0EAA9-2147366570) on January 26, 2021 (the “Report”), and the opportunity to provide a response to the Commission. As an initial matter, Instant Brands notes that the referenced product complies with applicable standards and is not the subject of an associated recall or other corrective action. Instant Brands does not believe that the product presents a defect or quality issue and is reaching out to request that the customer return the product to evaluate the unit, as noted further below.
Prior to receiving the Report, Instant Brands had not received any communications from the customer. Instant Brands is reaching out to the customer to request product information, such as serial number, pictures of the unit, and use details, all in an effort to provide prompt customer service. Instant Brands is requesting that the customer return the unit for evaluation and, in exchange, is offering to replace the customer’s unit at no charge.
Customer satisfaction and safety is Instant Brands’ top priority, and we encourage all our customers to contact us at any time, whether by phone, email, or via our online ticket portal. Thank you again for the notification and the opportunity to provide this response.

CPSC report 20210111-0EAA9-2147366570. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made May 18, 2020, sent to the company May 28, 2020, published by CPSC Jun 11, 2020

The product, in the report: Instant Pot Stainless steel instant pot with black lid 8 quart size Model Lux80

I was using my instant pot which have used many times over the last year and a half so I know how to use it correctly. I had filled it with some meat and turned on the saute function. Within a few seconds I saw some what I thought was steam rising. But quickly realized it was smoke and smelled awful. My meat was not even sizzling so I lifted up the instant pot and saw that the bottom portion of plastic had melted and was filling my house and lungs with toxic plastic fumes. It caused some damage to the surface that was on. I am just lucky that I was standing right there. I hate to think what might have happened if I had walked away. Instant pot has recalled some models for this very reason however clearly they have not resolved the problem as yet another model is having the same issue.

Model
Lux80
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Nov 23, 2018
Where
Cottonwood heights, Utah: Unspecified
Who was involved
Age 42, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Instant pot, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/9/2020) Double Insight Inc: Instant Brands Inc. (“Instant Brands”) appreciated receiving this 6A Report on May 28, 2020 (Report No. 20200518-48BBF-2147372295 (hereinafter “report”)), and the opportunity to provide a response. As an initial matter, Instant Brands notes that the referenced product complies with applicable standards and is not the subject of an associated recall or other corrective action. Instant Brands does not believe that the product presents a defect or quality issue, as noted below. Importantly, the customer subsequently informed Instant Brands that the event caused no resulting damage to the cooking surface.
Prior to receiving this CPSC 6A report, Instant Brands had already been in contact with the customer. Specifically, on May 18, 2020, the customer contacted Instant Brands regarding the matter, and Instant Brands promptly responded to request product information, such as serial number, pictures of the unit, date of purchase and details on how the unit was being used, all in an effort to provide prompt and responsive customer service.
Instant Brands requested that the customer return her unit for evaluation and, in exchange, offered to replace the customer’s unit right away at no charge. Instant Brands provided pre-paid postage for the return, and the customer seems satisfied and pleased with both Instant Brands’ customer service and the replacement product that Instant Brands provided as a customer service accommodation.
As previously reported to the CPSC, based on Instant Brands’ evaluation of both the customer-supplied images and the returned unit, the company believes that the damage to the unit did not originate internally and is consistent with an external heat source, not caused by the product. The product’s user manual expressly instructs users not to place the product on or near an external heat source. Based on all of the foregoing, Instant Brands does not believe that the product contains a defect or presents a safety issue.
Customer satisfaction and safety is Instant Brands’ top priority, and we encourage all our customers to contact us at any time, whether by phone, email, or via our online ticket portal. Thank you again for the notification and the opportunity to provide this response.

CPSC report 20200518-48BBF-2147372295. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 18, 2020, sent to the company Jun 3, 2020, published by CPSC Jun 17, 2020

The product, in the report: Insta Pot Duo Plus 80 Pressure Cooker

Product (Insta Pot Duo Plus 80) was being utilized in the saute mode for 5-10 minutes to prepare dinner.
Appliance was sitting on a griddle top on the stove directly under a vent system which was in operation.
The stove top was not on in any fashion.
Home owner was busy tending to chores in the kitchen area when looked over and noticed black smoke and a lazy orange blue flames coming from the bottom of the appliance.
Home owner unplugged unit and removed to driveway.
No damage was noted to the home and smoke was vented through the stove overhead vent system.

Model
Duo Plus 80
UPC
N/A
Serial number
N/A
Bought from
Williams Sonoma
Bought
Dec 17, 2018
Where
Dravosburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Insta Pot, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/11/2020) Double Insight Inc: Instant Brands Inc. (“Instant Brands”) appreciated receiving this 6A Report on June 3, 2020 (Report No. 20200518-9329E-2147372289 (hereinafter “report”)), and the opportunity to provide a response. As an initial matter, Instant Brands notes that the referenced product complies with applicable standards and is not the subject of an associated recall or other corrective action. Instant Brands does not believe that the product presents a defect or quality issue, as noted below. Importantly, the customer subsequently informed Instant Brands through the report that the event caused no injury or resulting damage to the cooking surface.
Unfortunately, no consumer contact information was provided in the report, so Instant Brands is unable to verify whether the consumer previously contacted the company about this matter. If the consumer had contacted Instant Brands, we would have requested the return of the unit for further review and evaluation. Instant Brands welcomes the opportunity to speak with the consumer and hopes he or she will contact us as customer satisfaction and safety are our top priorities.
As previously reported to the CPSC, based on Instant Brands’ evaluation of the customer-supplied images and the customer’s description in the report, the company believes that the damage to the unit did not originate internally and is consistent with an external heat source, not caused by the product. The product’s user manual expressly instructs users not to place the product on or near an external heat source. In the report, the customer notes that the “appliance was sitting on a griddle top on the stove.” Based on all of the foregoing, Instant Brands does not believe that the product contains a defect or presents a safety issue.
Customer satisfaction and safety are Instant Brands’ top priorities, and we encourage all our customers to contact us at any time, whether by phone, email, or via our online ticket portal. Thank you again for the notification and the opportunity to provide this response.

CPSC report 20200518-9329E-2147372289. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 6, 2020, sent to the company Feb 27, 2020, published by CPSC Mar 12, 2020

The product, in the report: Instant Vortex 6 Black SKU# 140-3001-01 Size: 420 X 377 X 377 Weight: 7.4 kg 1700 Watt 120 Volt

I’m reporting on an Instant Vortex 4-in-1 six quart air fryer, roast, bake, reheat kitchen appliance. I followed the instructions and ran it for 20 minutes at the recommended time and temperature before cooking in it. Then I made some air fried chicken and french fries. This appliance emits a very strong plastic smell. I had to open my windows and turn on my fan. The next day I reheated one of those pieces of chicken for for 10 minutes and my kitchen smelled like plastic again. I began getting a headache, and my food smelled like plastic. I looked on the box to see if it was BPA free plastic. On the side of the box at the very bottom in very small print, it says it is not BPA free and had a warning on the box that says:
“This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and BPA, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.”
I do not think this appliance is safe to cook food and I think it should be recalled. I don’t want to sell it. I don’t want to return it. I don’t want to give it to [REDACTED]. I do not want anyone else to use it and get sick. I purchased it with reward points from a United Airlines gift catalog.
Instant Brands Inc. [REDACTED]
Designed in [REDACTED]. Manufactured in [REDACTED]
Model: Vortex 6, 1700 W, 120V. UPC 8 57561 00863 7

Model
Vortex 6
UPC
8 5756100863 7
Bought from
MileagePlus United Award Headquarters
Bought
Dec 31, 2019
Where
Gulfport, Mississippi: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 65, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Instant Brands Inc, made or sold by Double Insight Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(3/10/2020) Double Insight Inc: Instant Brands Inc. (“Instant Brands”) appreciated receiving this 6A report on February 27, 2020, Report No. 20200118-BE2F5-2147375348 (hereinafter “report”) and the opportunity to provide a response to the Commission. As an initial matter, Instant Brands notes that no injury occurred and that no property damage or other damage with or to the unit occurred. Further, the referenced product complies with applicable safety standards, contains state regulatory language, and is not the subject of an associated recall. Accordingly, Instant Brands does not believe that the consumer’s report reflects a defect or problem with the product.
Please note that upon receiving this report, we immediately searched our database for any information received from the customer. Instant Brands’ records confirmed that the customer has not contacted us regarding this matter, as is reflected in her report, although we certainly welcome her to do so as customer satisfaction and safety are our priority.
Again, customer satisfaction and safety is Instant Brands’ top priority, and we encourage all our customers to contact us at any time, whether by phone or email. Thank you again for the opportunity to provide this response.

CPSC report 20200118-BE2F5-2147375348. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 16, 2019, sent to the company Nov 13, 2019, published by CPSC Nov 27, 2019

The product, in the report: Instant Vortex Plus 10 Quart Air fryer oven. Black and chrome.

I purchased an Instant Vortex Plus air fryer on 7/29/2019. We have been using the unit daily since purchased. On 10/7, after cooking dinner for the kids, we had thought the unit had powered off as normal. It had not. About an hour later I could smell something hot and investigated. The light of the air fryer was on, and the control panel, which normally says “OFF” was completely dark. Upon approaching the unit, it was evident that the heating element was still powered on, and the unit was in a thermal runaway state. The unit was too hot to approach, and I unplugged it with an oven mit. I believe the unit was not far from catching fire when unplugged.
After the unit cooled, I tested it by plugging it in. The internal light immediately turned on, and the heating element started heating. The computer interface was completely inoperative. It seems that the unit failed to the condition it was in when the control unit ceased function, causing a thermal runaway event. It is also evident that there is not mechanical thermal runaway protection on the unit.

Model
Vortex Plus 10
Serial number
1114012400001971
Bought from
Walmart, South Carolina
Bought
Jul 29, 2019
Where
Summerville, South Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 42, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Instant Vortex, made or sold by Instant Brands Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20191016-D5BB2-2147377125. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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Instant other cookware

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