Concerns Over Fire Risks Prompt Safety Recall
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a safety recall for several Tower Air Fryer models due to concerns about overheating that may lead to fire risks. The affected appliances are sold by prominent high-street retailers, including Argos, B&M, and Tesco.
Models Subject to Recall
- T17023 Tower 2.2Ltr Manual Air Fryer
- T17061BLK Tower 4Ltr Manual Air Fryer
- T17061 Tower 4Ltr Digital Air Fryer
- T17061 Tower 4Ltr Digital Air Fryer, with a slight spelling variation
- T17087 Tower 2Ltr Compact Manual Air Fryer
The recall only affects Tower Air Fryer models produced between January 2022 and April 2023.
Voluntary Recall Due to Safety Concerns
According to a statement from the Tower website, the company has made the decision to voluntarily recall these models as a precautionary measure. This decision prioritizes the safety and well-being of their customers, despite the low risk of the fault being deemed by Trading Standards.
Steps to Check Your Model Number
To verify if your air fryer is included in the recall, customers can refer to the model number. To find the model number, customers should follow these steps:
Step | Actions |
1 | Disconnect the appliance from power |
2 | Tilt the air fryer to one side |
3 | Examine the rating label |
4 | Check the product number on the base |