An urgent safety alert has widened to six Tower air fryer models after regulators flagged a potential fire hazard, with owners told to stop using them and unplug now. The expanded action follows an earlier recall and encompasses units manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023. Authorities in the UK and Ireland emphasized that consumers should verify the model on their appliance’s rating label and confirm eligibility for a refund or replacement through the manufacturer’s process.
Why the recall matters now
Last year, Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) initiated a recall for four Tower air fryer models. The latest development adds two more, bringing the total to six. The brand’s products are widely sold in Ireland through retailers and online platforms, underscoring the broad exposure for households that may have purchased units during the specified manufacturing window from January 2022 to April 2023.
The UK’s Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) stated that the product presents a risk of fire because it can overheat and ignite during use and does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The OPSS added that the product has been recalled from end users and owners of affected products should stop using the product immediately and unplug it.
What regulators and Tower have said about the Air Fryer recall
In its formal notice, OPSS said: “The product presents a risk of fire as it can overheat and ignite during use. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The product has been recalled from end users. Owners of affected products should stop using the product immediately and unplug it. ”
Tower stated that safety is its top priority and described the action as a voluntary recall intended to maintain high standards of safety and quality. The company has asked customers to check the model number on the appliance’s rating label to confirm whether they own one of the affected models. Customers are directed to register their details and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to secure a refund or replacement.
What owners should do next
Regulators and the manufacturer have outlined a straightforward pathway for users to confirm whether their product is subject to the recall and to complete any remedy offered by the company.
- Stop using the appliance and unplug it immediately.
- Locate and document the rating label to identify the air fryer model number.
- Provide required information to the manufacturer to verify eligibility and receive instructions for a refund or replacement.
The process requires customers to upload a photo of the rating label and provide contact details, including email, telephone number, and address. Once verified, customers are set to receive the next steps directly from the manufacturer. While the full list of model numbers was referenced by authorities, owners are urged to rely on the rating label as the definitive check for inclusion.
Beyond the immediate hazard warning, the recall highlights the enforcement role of product safety bodies across neighboring markets. The OPSS determination that the units failed Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 standards provides the regulatory basis for action, while the CCPC’s earlier intervention underlines cross-border vigilance. Together, these measures aim to remove non-compliant stock from households and ensure that replacement or refund pathways are clearly communicated.
The manufacturing window—January 2022 to April 2023—helps narrow the scope of potentially affected supply chains. For retailers and distributors, this timeline can aid stock checks and after-sales notifications, while for consumers it emphasizes the importance of verifying their purchase date and reviewing their appliance documentation.
Owners who registered their products or retained proof of purchase may find the process more streamlined, yet the recall mechanism centers on the rating label, which is designed to uniquely identify the affected models regardless of receipt or retail channel. This approach ensures that even units bought online or as gifts can be validated.
While the brand’s footprint across Ireland makes the recall especially salient for households there, the involvement of UK authorities underscores that safety determinations can have wider relevance where products circulate through multiple jurisdictions.
The immediate priority is clear: unplug, verify, and follow the remedy steps provided by the manufacturer. The broader takeaway is that product labels and user documentation—often overlooked once an appliance is in regular use—are essential tools for swift and accurate recall participation.
As the recall progresses to resolution, the open question is whether future design or quality-control updates across similar appliances will further reduce overheating risks without compromising the convenience that made the air fryer a kitchen staple in the first place.
