Ambiano Cotton Candy Makers Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 18, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
This recall involves all Ambiano Cotton Candy Makers with model number 836098. The recall was announced on September 18, 2025, by Wuensche USA, Chicago, Illinois. The products were sold exclusively at ALDI retail stores nationwide between August 2024 and September 2024 for approximately $15. The recall was initiated due to a fire hazard associated with the product’s heating element. The firm has received 12 reports of sparking or fire. No injuries have been reported. The total number of units affected is about 21,690.

2. Affected Products
The recalled product is the Ambiano Cotton Candy Maker, model number 836098. The cotton candy makers have a red or teal base with a clear plastic cover. The brand name “Ambiano” and the model number are printed on the cotton candy maker’s packaging and on the bottom of the unit. The date code 08/2024 is also specified as part of the identification information for the recall process. The product was manufactured in China.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard associated with this product is that the heating element can cause sugar to ignite if a consumer uses the product without the included sugar receptacle. This condition poses a fire hazard. The firm has received 12 reports of sparking or fire related to the product. No injuries have been reported in connection with these incidents.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cotton candy maker. Consumers have two options for action:
– Option A: Return the fully intact cotton candy maker to any ALDI retail location for a full refund.
– Option B: Submit a photo of the cotton candy maker with the unplugged power cord cut, along with a photo showing the model number 836098 and date code 08/2024, via email to Wuensche at service@801service.net.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a refund. Consumers who return the fully intact cotton candy maker to an ALDI store will receive a full refund. Consumers who choose the photo submission option will also receive a refund after providing the required documentation.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact ALDI toll-free at (800) 325-7894 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers may also contact the company online at https://help.aldi.us/contact-form-product, by email to Wuensche USA at service@801service.net, or by going to aldi.us and clicking on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information. Not specified in the recall notice: any additional contact information for Wuensche USA beyond the email address provided.

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