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Tristar Power Pressure Cooker Class Action Settlement


This is a settlement for the Defective Product lawsuit.

Philadelphia, PA A proposed class action settlement has been preliminarily approved potentially ending allegations against Tristar Products, Inc. ("Defendant") that certain models of its pressure cookers are defective.

According to the lawsuit, certain models of Tristar pressure cookers may have defects including, 1) suddenly releasing steam while being opened; 2) the lid may be removed while still under pressure; 3) the pressure relief valve may inaccurately indicate pressure levels; 4) a faulty gasket may allow the lid to open despite pressure build up; 5) the unit may not seal properly; and/or 6) the pressure cooker can develop pressure when the lid is partially or improperly closed. Plaintiffs claim that the alleged defects diminish the original purchase price value and as a result class members may be entitled to a credit on their original purchase.

Class Members include those who purchased, for personal use and not for resale, certain pressure cookers between March 1, 2013 and January 19, 2018. A complete list of the pressure cookers at issue is on the detailed notice found on the website.

Settlement Class Members who timely submit a completed claim form and verify that they have watched, or read a transcript of, a safety video will be eligible for a $72.50 credit redeemable towards one of the following products, subject to availability and possible substitution: 1) Power Cooker, a 10 qt. pressure cooker - Model No. PC-WAL4; 2) Power Air Fryer XL, a 5.3 qt. air fryer - Model No. AF-530; or 3) Copper Chef XL Precision Induction Cooktop Set, consisting of induction cooktop, 11" deep dish casserole pan with glass lid, fry basket, steam rack, 10" round pan with glass lid, and recipe book. Valid Class Members will also be eligible for a free one-year warranty extension for the pressure cooker they currently own. Visit the website for complete information on benefits.

The Court will hold a Fairness Hearing on July 12, 2018 to decide whether to approve the settlement among other things.

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Published on Feb-20-18


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submitted claim in May 3, 2018 would like to know how to get update on when this matter will be settled

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My pressure cooker released steam around the lid edges and was messy running down the sides of pot and in my opinion, was dangerous in the release of the steam when it is not supposed to be losing it around the lid. I only used mine once. THAT was enough! I had also purchased one for my daughter, and she claimed the same issues, and never used hers again.

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My new instant pot, within 4 weeks had a clogged release valve, which stopped it from working.there is another defect, the release valve can burn you if you don't put a cloth over it, not in instructions.

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Too many small parts on lid. They come loose too easily and can get lost. Markings on steam release valve rub off too easily.

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Steam comes out before it is time

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I had severe problems and I trash it

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