Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provided
CPSC recall 13193. Recall date: . Last publish date of the CPSC notice: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon's website under the Product Recall section.
CPSC recall 13193 has the recall date 16 May 2013. The notice names the firm Okay Enterprise. The recall has about 54,700 units. The median CPSC recall of 2013 has 6,500 units. This register puts the recall under 3 hazards. The first is Fire. CPSC gives the product type Nonmetal Cookware (Nonelectric).
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | Avon has received 20 reports of the popcorn makers overheating, including two incidents involving fires that resulted in damage to microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported. |
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| Units | 54,700 |
| Remedy options | New Instructions |
| Description | This recall involves Avon's Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the U.S. with item number 474-105 in Avon's brochures and website. The recalled plastic popcorn maker consists of a clear tub and a yellow vented lid. The tub is 6 inches high and measures 7.5 inches in diameter and has three feet at the base. "DO NOT REMOVE WITH BARE HANDS. HOLD UNIT WITH GLOVES" is molded into the plastic of the lid and "USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN ONLY" is molded into the underside of the bowl. "Made in Taiwan" is printed on an adhesive label located on the underside of the bowl. |
| Product | Microwave Popcorn Makers, About 54,700, Nonmetal Cookware (Nonelectric) |
| Sold at | Through independent Avon sales representatives and online at www.avon.com from October 2012 through February 2013, for about $13. |
| Manufacturer | Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd |
| Importer | Avon Products, Inc |
| Made in | Taiwan |
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- Hazard: Fire
- Hazard: Burn
- Hazard: Overheating
- Category: Nonmetal Cookware (Nonelectric)
- CPSC recalls of 2013
The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 54,700Median of 2013: 6,500
- CPSC recalls of 2013
- 290
- Recalls of 2013 with one of the same hazards
- 34%
- Recalls of 2013 in the category Nonmetal Cookware (Nonelectric)
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Okay Enterprise
- 1
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 13193The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 13193. https://recallregister.com/product/1379-avon-recalls-microwave-popcorn-maker-due-to-burn-and-fire-hazards-new/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 13193 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
Avon has received 20 reports of the popcorn makers overheating, including two incidents involving fires that resulted in damage to microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Through independent Avon sales representatives and online at www.avon.com from October 2012 through February 2013, for about $13.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 13193?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
New Instructions
- How many units are in CPSC recall 13193?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 54,700