An urgent recall has been issued for six Tower air fryer models after regulators identified a potential fire hazard. The UK’s Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) and Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) are urging owners across Ireland and the UK to stop using the affected appliances and unplug them immediately. Tower has initiated a voluntary recall, adding two models to four previously recalled units and offering refunds or replacements to confirmed owners.
Air Fryer models recalled — what is known
The OPSS said the product presents a risk of fire because it can overheat and ignite during use, and that the product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The recall now covers six Tower air fryer models manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023. The CCPC had previously issued a recall for four Tower air fryer models; the latest action extends that list by two additional models, bringing the total to six.
Tower said the recall is voluntary and that “your safety is out top priority. ” In a separate statement the company added: “We recently identified a potential issue with certain Tower air fryer models and are conducting a voluntary recall to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. ” Consumers who think they own an affected air fryer are instructed to stop using the appliance immediately and to unplug it until the model can be confirmed.
How owners can check and what they must do next
Tower is asking customers to upload a clear photo of the appliance rating label and to provide an email address, telephone number and postal address so the company can confirm whether a specific air fryer is part of the recall. After submission, the company will provide instructions to owners on refund or replacement options. The OPSS noted that the product has been recalled from end users and reiterated that owners of affected products should stop using the product immediately and unplug it.
Customers will need to match the model number on the rating label with the recall list to confirm whether their air fryer is affected. Tower emphasized it aims to make the process straightforward for owners and that confirmed customers will receive direct follow-up with next steps for remedy.
Official reactions and safety message
The OPSS statement warned explicitly: “The product presents a risk of fire as it can overheat and ignite during use. ” The regulator added that the recalled appliances do not comply with mandatory electrical safety regulations. Tower reiterated its safety priority and urged holders of potentially affected air fryer units to cease use while they verify their model against the recall list.
The CCPC’s earlier recall action — now extended — underlines the cross-border safety concern for consumers who bought Tower air fryer products through multiple retail channels. Tower confirmed owners would receive either refunds or replacement units following confirmation of an affected model and submission of required identifying information.
What happens next: regulators expect owners to check their appliances, stop using any identified air fryer immediately, and follow Tower’s instructions for refunds or replacements. Consumers awaiting confirmation should keep the appliance unplugged and retain the rating label photo required for verification. Further administrative steps will follow once owners have submitted the requested details to Tower and received the company’s instructions for remedy.
