A safety recall has been initiated for Panasonic Flashxpress Toaster Ovens that were sold in the United States and Canada due to a potential electric shock hazard. The affected toaster ovens are the Flashxpress models with the model numbers NB-G205S and NB-G200SVA, which can be located on the product label at the back of the appliance. The issue stems from a lack of sufficient insulation on the power cord, as a protective fiberglass sleeve may not completely cover it, posing a risk of electric shock or fire.
In response to the safety concern, Panasonic, along with Health Canada and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, have advised consumers to discontinue the use of the affected toaster ovens immediately and return them to the company for a full refund. For more information, consumers are encouraged to visit Panasonic’s recall website or contact Panasonic Canada at 1-888-422-6296.
According to Panasonic, approximately 2,184 units of the affected toaster ovens were sold in Canada and around 11,500 in the United States between November 2025 and March 2026. As of June 15, Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries related to the power cord issue. In the U.S., Panasonic has acknowledged five instances of circuit breakers tripping due to the toaster ovens but no reported injuries.