Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Recalled 2016-01-12. Electric shock hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 330,000Units
2016-01-12Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.
- The hazard
- The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.
- Injuries
- None reported
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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