WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tempo USA Inc. is recalling more than 46,000 Ambiano Electric Pressure Cookers sold at Aldi stores nationwide due to a severe burn hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday.
The recall was initiated following reports that a safety mechanism on the pressure cooker is failing, allowing the lid to be opened before all internal steam pressure has been safely released. This defect can cause the scalding-hot contents of the cooker to escape violently, posing a serious risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Tempo USA has received 11 incident reports related to the faulty cookers, including eight reports of severe burns.
Recalled Product Details
The recall affects approximately 46,660 pressure cookers sold at Aldi stores between January 2016 and December 2019, priced at about $40.
Consumers should immediately check the bottom of their appliance for the following identification information:
| Product Name | Ambiano Electric Pressure Cookers |
| Model Numbers | 93550 (KY-318B), 96775 (KY-318A), and 98527 (6L-PC) |
| Sizes | 6-quart and 8-quart capacity |
Consumers who own any of the recalled models must immediately stop using the pressure cooker and contact Tempo USA or ALDI to arrange for a full refund.
There are two options for obtaining a refund:
- In-Store Return: Return the fully intact pressure cooker to any ALDI retail location for a full refund.
- Email Submission: Submit a photograph of the pressure cooker with the unplugged power cord cut, along with a photo clearly showing the model number and date code, via email to Tempo at serviceusa@tempo.org.
For additional questions, consumers can contact Tempo via email at serviceusa@tempo.org, or contact ALDI customer service online or by calling 800-325-7894 (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET).
