NEWARK, N.J., July 17 (Nationwide Times) — Panasonic is recalling about 11,480 electric toaster ovens sold in the United States after regulators said the power cord insulation may be inadequate, creating a shock and fire hazard for shoppers who bought the appliances online through Amazon, Costco and other sites.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall covers Panasonic model NB-G200 toaster ovens, stainless steel units with the temperature knob on the bottom and the Panasonic name on the front. The agency said another 2,184 units were sold in Canada.
According to the CPSC, the ovens were sold online at Amazon.com, Costco.com, Panasonic.com and other online platforms nationwide from October 2024 through April 2026 for about $170.
The commission said Panasonic has received four consumer reports of tripped circuit breakers or outlets and one report that the product stopped working. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Panasonic Corporation of North America told Costco members in a recall letter that Costco records show some customers bought Item #2024930 between February 2026 and April 2026. The letter said affected customers can return the product to Panasonic for a refund or take it to a Costco warehouse customer service window for a full refund.
The company said the problem stems from insufficient power cord insulation because a protective fiberglass sleeve may not fully cover the cord. Panasonic and the CPSC advised consumers to stop using the toaster ovens immediately.
