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October 15, 2026 from the CPSC :
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using the 6-quart Power Quick Pot pressure cookers, model Y6D-36, immediately because they pose a risk of serious injury from burn hazard. The pressure cooker’s lid can open while pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly.
This warning involves 6-Quart Power Quick Pot electric pressure cookers, model Y6D-36. The stainless-steel pressure cookers have a black pressure lid, button controls and a digital temperature and function display. “Power Quick Pot” is printed on the front and the model number appears on a label on the back of the unit.
Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has obtained 24 reports of the pressure cookers expelling hot contents unexpectedly, resulting in serious burn injuries.
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