A safety alert has been issued for Panasonic Flashxpress Toaster Ovens that were sold in the United States and Canada due to a potential risk of electric shock. The affected toaster ovens have specific model numbers, namely NB-G205S and NB-G200SVA, which can be located on the product label at the back of the appliance.
The safety concern revolves around the power cord of the toaster ovens. Panasonic stated that there is a possibility of insufficient insulation on the cord because a protective fiberglass sleeve might not entirely cover it, leading to a potential electric shock or fire hazard. In response to this, Panasonic, Health Canada, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have advised consumers to cease using 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 dedicated recall website or contact Panasonic Canada at 1-888-422-6296. It is estimated that 2,184 units were sold in Canada and around 11,500 in the U.S. between November 2025 and March 2026.
As of June 15, Health Canada has not received any injury reports related to the power cord issue in Canada. In the U.S., Panasonic has received five reports of circuit breakers tripping in connection to the toaster ovens but no injuries have been reported.
