Popular blender accessories are being recalled around Aotearoa due to a possibly dangerous defect.
In a recall notice issued on Tuesday, Product Safety New Zealand said anyone who owns the Vitamix Ascent Series Blender accessories should stop using them immediately.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) agency warned the container can separate from the base, exposing the blades and potentially leading to lacerations.
"Immediately stop using the product and contact Vitamix using the contact details below to receive a repair kit consisting of a protective plastic shroud to attach over the blade base and additional instructional labels," the notice said.
Vitamix can be contacted at service@vitamix.com or via their phone number, 1-440-235-4840.
The exact product affected is the Vitamix Ascent Series 225ml Blending Containers and 600ml Blending Containers and Blade Bases.
Vitamix, which is available in New Zealand from the likes of Briscoes, Farmers and Harvey Norman, is an American company known for its high-performance blenders.
