NEWARK, N.J., July 17 (Nationwide Times) — Panasonic has recalled about 11,480 electric toaster ovens sold in the U.S. and 2,184 sold in Canada after regulators said a cord-insulation problem could create shock and fire hazards for customers who bought the appliances online.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall covers Panasonic model NB-G200 toaster ovens, which were sold on Amazon.com, Costco.com, Panasonic.com and other online platforms nationwide from October 2024 through April 2026 for about $170.
According to the commission, the power cord insulation may be insufficient because a protective fiberglass sleeve may not fully cover the cord. The agency said Panasonic and its U.S. importer, Panasonic Corporation of North America, have received four reports of tripped circuit breakers or outlets and one report that the product stopped working. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Panasonic told Costco members in a separate notice that some purchases of Item #2024930 were made between February 2026 and April 2026. The company told consumers to stop using the product immediately and said affected units may be returned either to Panasonic for a refund or to a Costco Warehouse Customer Service Window for a full refund.
