PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers

Brand: PowerXL

Hazards: Burn Hazard, Strangulation Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9626 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers
Brand PowerXL
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9626
Hazard Burn Hazard, Strangulation Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date May 18, 2023
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
On May 18, 2023, Empower Brands, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers. The recall was initiated due to a burn hazard. The recall number is 23205. The firm received 44 reports of incidents, including 34 burn injuries, with three of those injuries requiring medical attention. The recalled products were sold in the United States and Canada. A related recall notice is available from Health Canada.

Affected Products
The recall involves PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five-inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven-inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers. The waffle makers were sold in 11 colors: black, white, red, cinnamon, gray, lavender, lemon, ocean, slate, seafoam, and sage. The PowerXL logo is located on top of the waffle maker. The product measures approximately 5 inches in diameter (Model ESWM02) or 7 inches in diameter (Model ESWM03). The model numbers and date codes are printed on a tag attached to the power cord. All date codes are included in this recall. Approximately 456,000 units were sold in the United States.

The products were manufactured in China. The importer was Tristar Products Inc. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida until February 17, 2022, and Tristar Products Inc. on behalf of Empower Brands, LLC of Middleton, Wisconsin, after February 17, 2022.

The recalled waffle makers were sold at Walmart, Kohl’s, Big Lots, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Best Buy, The Home Depot, Target, Sam’s Club, and other home goods stores nationwide, as well as online at www.QVC.com, www.walmart.com, www.kohls.com, and other websites. They were sold from July 2021 through October 2022 for between $30 and $60.

Hazard Information
The hazard associated with this product is that hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing can be expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers. The firm has received 44 reports of incidents, including 34 burn injuries, with three of those injuries requiring medical attention.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerXL Model ESWM02 (five-inch) and Model ESWM03 (seven-inch) Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers. Consumers should contact Empower Brands to receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair.

Official Remedy
The official remedy offered by Empower Brands is a repair. Consumers will receive a free latch adaptor part and written instructions to complete the repair. No other remedy options are specified in the recall notice.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Empower Brands toll-free at 866-276-0063 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email the company at wafflizerrecall@brandprotectplus.com. Additional information is available online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/wafflizer or by visiting https://powerxlproducts.com and clicking on “Safety Recalls” at the top of the page.

Recall Timeline

  • **May 18, 2023** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9626).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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