Tower T17023 Recall Guide: 2.2L Manual Air Fryer

Safety recall: do not use a Tower T17023 until its recall status is resolved. Tower says specific batches manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023 may overheat and pose a fire risk. Its current recall notice tells owners to cease use, confirm the model number on the rating label and submit their details through Tower’s recall process.

Open Tower’s official T17023 recall instructions

Tower T17023 at a glance

Item	Verified detail	Why it matters
Exact model	T17023	Check the rating label rather than relying on a seller’s title
Product type	Manual single-basket air fryer	It is not a digital 4.3 L fryer or an 11 L air-fryer oven
Capacity	2.2 L	Best considered a compact small-batch appliance
Rated power	1,000 W	Use the appliance rating label for electrical confirmation
Temperature	80–200°C	Set with the manual temperature dial
Timer	Up to 30 minutes	Set with the manual timer dial
Recall status	Listed by Tower; specific Jan 2022–Apr 2023 batches are affected	Cease use and submit details to Tower before further operation

What Tower’s T17023 recall says

Tower’s recall notice says that a small number of air fryers have a manufacturing defect that may cause overheating and, in some circumstances, a fire risk. T17023 is one of four listed model numbers. Tower says the issue concerns specific batches manufactured from January 2022 through April 2023.

The notice does not give visitors a safe reason to keep using a T17023 while they investigate it. Tower’s instruction is to cease use, check the model number on the appliance rating label and submit owner details through the official recall page. Tower can then handle the batch-specific assessment and next steps.

What an owner should do now

Switch the fryer off, unplug it and stop using it.
Allow it to cool on a heat-resistant surface if it has just been operating.
Find the rating label and confirm whether the model number is T17023.
Photograph the label so the model and any production or batch information remain legible.
Use Tower’s recall page and follow its submission route.
Keep the appliance unplugged while waiting for Tower’s instructions.
Do not sell, donate or pass on the appliance as a normal working unit while its status is unresolved.

Do not try to decide recall eligibility from colour, capacity or appearance alone. Similar Tower model numbers can describe different products; the rating label is the useful identifier.

How to identify the real T17023

Tower’s current product page describes T17023 as a black, compact air fryer with two manual dials. It is rated at 1,000 W and has a 2.2 L capacity, an 80–200°C temperature range and a 30-minute timer.

That identity matters because older retailer listings and three former descriptions on this site used incompatible specifications. A “T17023 4.3 L digital air fryer” or “T17023 11 L air-fryer oven” is not the product Tower currently documents under this code. Do not order parts or make a recall decision from those descriptions.

Verified specifications

Specification	Tower T17023	Source-led interpretation
Capacity	2.2 L	Suited to snacks, sides and small portions rather than family-size one-batch cooking
Power	1,000 W	Lower rated input than many larger current fryers
Controls	Two manual dials	No digital display or app control
Temperature range	80–200°C	Covers common air-frying temperatures
Timer	30 minutes	Longer recipes may need the timer reset
Cooking descriptions	Fry, roast, grill and bake	Manufacturer-described uses, not separate powered programmes
Warranty	One year, extendable by two years after registration	Eligibility and recall handling should be confirmed directly with Tower

Is 2.2 L enough?

A 2.2 L basket is credible for one person, compact kitchens, reheating, chips or vegetables as a side, and modest portions of a single food. It is not a realistic substitute for a large family oven, and “feeds the whole family” should not be treated as a capacity measurement.

Reasonable fit after recall clearance: one-person meals, small sides, snacks and limited countertop space.
Likely too small: a complete meal for several adults, large proteins, broad baking dishes or batch meal preparation.
Compare carefully: use basket area and usable food volume, not the external drawer size.

For wider sizing context, see the air-fryer size guide. For another easily confused Tower code, the T17021 capacity and parts guide explains its separate 3.2 L basket and 4.3 L outer pot.

Replacement drawer and grill plate

Tower currently documents two exact T17023 spares:

Drawer T17023003, listed as fully compatible with T17023.
Grill plate T17023004, listed for the 2.2 L T17023.

These references are useful for identification, but a new drawer or grill plate does not resolve a recall involving possible overheating inside the appliance. Confirm the fryer’s recall outcome with Tower before buying parts or returning it to service. Recheck availability and compatibility on Tower’s site before ordering.

Cleaning and care after Tower clears the appliance

The previous article said the removable parts were dishwasher-safe without providing current manufacturer evidence. That claim has been removed. If Tower confirms that your unit can remain in service, follow the exact T17023 manual linked from Tower’s product page.

Unplug the appliance and let it cool before cleaning.
Keep the electrical housing, plug and cable away from water.
Avoid abrasive pads or metal tools on coated food-contact surfaces.
Do not treat “removable” as proof of dishwasher compatibility.
Stop using a basket or grill plate with badly damaged coating, distortion or an insecure fit.

Our general air-fryer cleaning guide explains the basic method, but Tower’s exact manual and recall instructions take priority.

Buying a used T17023

Do not buy a second-hand T17023 as an ordinary working appliance unless Tower has confirmed its recall status and the seller can provide credible documentation. A demonstration that the fryer heats up does not prove it is outside the affected batches or safe to use.

Require a clear photograph of the rating label before travelling or paying.
Ask for Tower recall correspondence or resolution evidence tied to that appliance.
Reject listings that describe it as a 4.3 L digital model or an 11 L oven.
Check that the drawer and grill plate match the exact T17023 references.
Do not accept “barely used” as a substitute for recall clearance.

If an appliance has overheated, emitted smoke or produced a persistent burning smell, unplug it and follow manufacturer safety guidance. The plastic or burning-smell guide covers general warning signs, but it does not replace Tower’s recall process.

Verdict

The Tower T17023 is a compact 2.2 L, 1,000 W manual air fryer—not the larger digital or oven-style product described by older pages. Its specifications could suit small-batch cooking, but the recall takes priority over any buying or performance assessment. Owners should stop using the appliance and submit their details to Tower; used buyers should not proceed without documented recall clearance.

How this guide was researched: this is specification-led safety and ownership guidance, not a hands-on test. Product identity and specifications were checked against Tower’s current T17023 product page. Recall scope and instructions were checked against Tower’s recall notice on 23 October 2026. Exact spare references were checked against Tower’s current accessory pages. Unsupported claims were omitted.

Official Tower sources

Frequently asked questions

Is the Tower T17023 recalled?

Tower lists T17023 in a recall concerning specific batches manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023. Tower instructs owners to cease use, check the rating-label model number and submit their details through its recall page.

Should I keep using my T17023 while checking the batch?

No. Tower’s published instruction is to cease use and submit the owner’s details. Keep it unplugged until Tower provides the appropriate next step.

Is T17023 a 4.3 L digital air fryer?

No. Tower’s current official product page identifies T17023 as a 2.2 L, 1,000 W manual model with two dials.

Is T17023 an air-fryer oven?

No. It is a compact single-drawer air fryer, not an 11 L oven-style model.

Can I fix the recall by replacing the drawer?

No. Tower describes a possible overheating defect in affected appliances. A spare drawer or grill plate does not determine or resolve recall status; follow Tower’s recall process.

Where is the model number?

Check the appliance rating label. Tower’s recall page includes model-identification images and the submission route.