The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an official warning on October 15, urging consumers to immediately stop using the six-quart Power Quick Pot pressure cookers, model Y6D-36, due to the serious risk of severe burn hazards.
The federal agency documented 24 incidents in which the device's lid opened while under pressure, unexpectedly ejecting steam, liquids, and boiling food onto users.
The warning affects approximately 393,000 units manufactured in China and imported by Tristar Products, Inc., based in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
According to the CPSC, "the lid of the pressure cooker can open while it is pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly."
The agency is clear in its instruction: "We urge consumers to stop using pressure cookers immediately and to dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products."
The organization also notes that Tristar Products refused to withdraw the product from the market or offer any solution to consumers.
For that reason, this action is a safety warning —not a voluntary recall— and there is no refund, repair, or replacement program available for those who own the device.
The affected pots were sold at Walmart.com, Amazon.com, eBay.com, and other retailers across the country between July 2018 and November 2023, with prices ranging from 44 to 160 dollars, making it likely that many units are still in use in households of Cuban and Latin families in the United States.
Among Cuban residents in the United States, this type of pot is particularly popular due to the characteristics of traditional island cuisine, which often requires softening beans and cooking meats for extended periods.
These devices significantly reduce cooking times and facilitate the preparation of numerous typical Cuban dishes.
To identify the model in question, one must look for a stainless steel body, a black pressure lid, button controls, and a digital display for temperature and functions.
The "Power Quick Pot" legend is printed on the front of the device, while the model number Y6D-36 is found on a label located at the back.
The company had already faced civil lawsuits for the same defect prior to this warning. In one of those cases, a user sustained second- and third-degree burns on her face, chest, and arms when the lid of her Power Quick Pot Y6D-36 flew off during normal use of the appliance.
This is not the first time the CPSC has acted on everyday products that pose risks to families. In recent weeks, the agency also ordered the recall of swing seats sold on Amazon and issued an alert about fire hazards in household batteries.
Anyone who has suffered injuries or detected any defects in the product can report it at SaferProducts.gov or by calling 800-638-2772, with Spanish assistance available Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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