Which Air Fryer Was Recalled? | Recalled Models Guide

Most air fryers go years without an issue. But if you bought a budget model from a big-box store over the last few years, yours might be part of a recall that makes it a genuine safety risk. Checking takes only a few minutes.

The short answer: multiple brands have been flagged by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Each recall has specific model numbers, dates, and remedies. This article lists the affected brands, explains the hazards, and tells you exactly what to do if your air fryer is on the list.

Which Air Fryer Models Were Recalled?

The largest air fryer recall in recent years hit COSORI in February 2023. Atekcity, the parent company, recalled roughly 2 million units because the connectors on the heating element could overheat, catch fire, or melt. That recall covered models CP158-AF, CP158-AF-R19, CP158-AF-RXW, CP158-AF-RXR, and CAF-P581.

In March 2024, Best Buy recalled about 187,400 Insignia air fryers and air fryer ovens. The affected models include the 3.4-qt. Digital Air Fryer (NS-AF34D2), the 5-qt. Digital Air Fryer (NS-AF5DSS2), and the 10-qt. Air Fryer Oven (NS-AFO6DSS2). Handles could melt or break, creating fire, burn, and laceration hazards.

Smaller recalls hit Power XL Dual Basket Air Fryers in December 2023 (about 17,000 units) and Secura models SAF-53D (TXG-DT16E) and SAF-53 (TXG-DS16) with date code 1901. Both were sold at major retailers.

Why These Recalls Happened

Recalls usually come down to manufacturing flaws that create real danger. Understanding the specific hazard helps you take the recall seriously — no one wants a fire in the middle of cooking a batch of fries.

• Overheating electrical connectors: COSORI units had connectors that could overheat during normal use, leading to melting plastic and fire. The CPSC received 205 reports of incidents, including 10 minor burn injuries.
• Melting or breaking handles: Insignia air fryers could overheat enough to soften the handle plastic, making the unit unsafe to touch and creating a laceration risk if the handle snapped.
• Basket-separating burn hazard: Power XL Dual Basket models had a design flaw that could cause the basket to detach during cooking, spilling hot oil or food and causing burns.
• Date-code-specific flaws: Secura’s recall targeted a single date code (1901), suggesting a batch-level issue with the heating element rather than a design-wide problem.

None of these issues affect every unit, but the pattern is clear: cheaper connectors and assembly shortcuts in high-volume production lines can create hazards that the CPSC classifies as urgent.

How to Check If Your Air Fryer Is Recalled

The fastest way to know is to find the model number on the rating label — usually on the bottom or back of the appliance. Then compare it against the CPSC’s database. The table below covers the brands with active recalls as of mid-2024.

If your model appears, the Insignia air fryer recall is the most recent large-scale one.

If you don’t see your brand, check the CPSC website directly. They maintain a searchable recall list that covers all consumer appliances.

What to Do If Your Air Fryer Is Recalled

Recalls are voluntary but CPSC strongly recommends you stop using the product immediately. Here are the steps each brand’s recall requires.

1. Stop using the appliance right away. Unplug it and store it somewhere out of the way — a garage or basement is fine. Even if yours hasn’t failed, the defect could appear at any time.
2. Locate the model number and date code. Write them down or take a photo. You’ll need them for the claim form. The rating label is usually on the bottom or back panel.
3. Contact the manufacturer or retailer. For Insignia, call Best Buy or visit their recall page. For COSORI, go to cosori.com/recall. For Power XL and Secura, contact Empower Brands directly.
4. Claim your refund or replacement. Most recalls offer a full refund (Insignia, Power XL) or a free replacement unit (COSORI). You may need to provide proof of purchase or the model/serial numbers. Shipping is typically covered.
5. Dispose of the unit only after you receive instructions. Some manufacturers ask you to destroy the power cord or send a photo of the cut cord before they ship a replacement. Don’t throw it in the trash without confirmation.

If you bought your air fryer secondhand or lost the receipt, check the recall notice — some brands accept claims without proof of purchase, as long as you have the model number.

The Bigger Picture for Air Fryer Safety

Since 2022, more than 3 million air fryers across multiple brands have been recalled, according to a USA Today investigation. That number doesn’t mean all air fryers are dangerous — most units from major brands like Ninja, Philips, or Gourmia have clean safety records. But the volume does suggest that the rapid boom in air fryer sales led some manufacturers to cut corners on quality control.

The CPSC keeps a public database of all recalls. You can search by product name, brand, or hazard type. If your air fryer isn’t listed, you’re likely safe — but it’s worth checking every year or two, because new recalls are announced as problems surface.

The total air fryer recalls reviewed by USA Today include brands beyond the four biggest, so double-checking is smart.

The takeaway: recalls are rare but real. A few minutes of checking could save you from a kitchen fire or a trip to the ER.

The Bottom Line

If you own an Insignia, COSORI, Power XL, or Secura air fryer sold between 2018 and 2023, stop using it and verify the model number. Each recall offers a refund or replacement at no cost to you. Brands outside those lists — like Ninja, Gourmia, Philips, and Chefman — have not had CPSC-level recalls in recent years, so you’re likely fine.

For any lingering doubts about your specific appliance, the CPSC website (cpsc.gov/recalls) is the definitive source. Check your model number against their database once before you plug it in again — it takes less than two minutes and could prevent a serious problem in your kitchen.