Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- October 9, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Tempo USA, Ambiano, ALDI
- Category
- Home & Garden
- Sold At
- Aldi, Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from Consumer Product Safety Commission; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Tempo USA, Ambiano, ALDI
- Product type
- Electric Pressure Cooker
- Model numbers
- 93550, KY-318B, 96775, KY-318A, 98527, 6L-PC
- Sizes
- 6-quart, 8-quart
- Sold at
- Aldi, Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
October 9, 2025
Reported by CPSC
October 9, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
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Hazard Information
The pressure-cooker lid can be opened before sufficient steam pressure has been released, causing hot contents to escape and posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What You Should Do
ALDI toll-free at 800-325-7894 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at https://help.aldi.us/contact-form-product, by email to Tempo at serviceusa@tempo.org, or by going to aldi.us and clicking on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Tempo or ALDI for a refund. Consumers can either return the fully intact pressure cooker to any ALDI retail location for a full refund or submit a photo of the pressure cooker with the unplugged power cord cut and a photo showing the model number and date code via email to Tempo at serviceusa@tempo.org.. Available options: Refund
About This Product
Ambiano is a house-brand sold at ALDI. These electric pressure cookers were available in six and eight-quart sizes and used for quick meals.
Why This Is Dangerous
The lid can be opened before the pressure fully releases, causing hot contents to release and burn the user.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers face burn injuries and the hassle of returning the unit or seeking a refund.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check for Ambiano branding on the front of the unit.
- Turn the unit over to locate the permanent model label on the bottom.
- Look for model numbers 93550, 96775, or 98527 and date codes if available.
Where to find product info
ALDI Product Recalls page and Tempo service channels listed in recall materials.
What timeline to expect
Refund processing typically takes 4-8 weeks after receipt of return or documentation.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a consumer protection complaint with CPSC if the company is unresponsive.
- Consider seeking legal counsel for injury claims.
How to prevent similar issues
- When shopping for electric pressure cookers, check for proper lid safety features and pressure release mechanisms.
- Buy from reputable brands with clear recall history.
- Keep receipts and check for recall notices on retailer sites.
Documentation advice
Keep photos of the unit, model label, and power cord; keep all correspondence with Tempo and ALDI.
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Product Details
Model numbers: 93550 (KY-318B), 96775 (KY-318A), 98527 (6L-PC). Capacities: 6-quart and 8-quart. Brand: Ambiano on front and on permanent label. Sold at ALDI nationwide. Recall date: 2025-10-09.
Reported Incidents
Multiple burn injuries reported. No death count provided.
Key Facts
- Ambiano electric pressure cookers recalled (models 93550 KY-318B, 96775 KY-318A, 98527 6L-PC)
- 6-qt and 8-qt capacities
- Pressure lid can be opened before pressure fully releases
- Multiple burn injuries reported
- Sold at ALDI nationwide between 2016-2019 for about $40
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