Shoppers urged to check their homes after Costco and Amazon best-seller is urgently recalled

Americans are being urged to check their kitchens after a popular Panasonic toaster oven sold by Costco and Amazon was recalled over fears it could pose a serious fire and electric shock risk.

More than 11,000 of the countertop appliances sold across the US have been pulled from the market after Panasonic discovered a potentially dangerous defect involving the power cord.

The recall affects approximately 11,480 Panasonic Model No. NB-G200 Electric Toaster Ovens sold nationwide, as well as another 2,184 units sold in Canada.

According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the power cord insulation may be inadequate because a protective fiberglass sleeve does not fully cover the wiring.

That defect could expose consumers to the risk of electric shock or even start a fire.

The affected toaster ovens were sold online between October 2024 and April 2026 for around $170 through Amazon, Costco.com, Panasonic's website and other online retailers.

Anyone who owns the appliance is being told to stop using it immediately.

Consumers can identify the recalled product by checking the model number, NB-G200, printed on the nameplate label located on the back of the toaster oven.

Panasonic is offering customers a full refund once the recalled appliance is returned.

The recall comes despite no reports of injuries or fires.

However, the CPSC said it has received four reports of the toaster ovens tripping household circuit breakers or electrical outlets, while another customer reported the appliance suddenly stopped working.

Although none of those incidents resulted in injuries, safety officials say the potential fire hazard means the appliances should no longer be used.

Panasonic said it had no additional information beyond the public recall notice.

The company has established a dedicated recall hotline and website where customers can arrange a refund.

The latest recall adds to a growing list of kitchen appliance safety alerts issued in recent months.

Earlier this year, thousands of Cuisinart stainless steel propane grills sold through Walmart and Lowe's were recalled after tempered glass viewing windows were found to shatter unexpectedly during use, posing an injury risk.

Federal regulators have also previously warned consumers to immediately stop using certain gas ranges after defects were discovered that could increase the risk of gas leaks and fires.

Product safety experts say recalls involving small kitchen appliances have become increasingly common as manufacturers identify defects after products reach consumers.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission regularly advises consumers to register new appliances whenever possible so they can be notified quickly if a safety issue emerges.

Anyone who purchased the Panasonic toaster oven should stop using it immediately and contact Panasonic to arrange a full refund.