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Product recall · CPSCAugust 15, 2013Serious
Applica Consumer Products Reannounces Black & Decker Spacemaker Coffeemaker Recall
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the under-the-counter coffeemaker.
Who to contact: Applica Consumer Products toll-free at (866) 708-7846 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.acprecall.com.
The product
The recalled coffee maker is designed to mount under a cabinet. It is available in white or black and has the words "BLACK and DECKER® SPACEMAKER™" printed in the top right-hand corner of the product. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir for programming. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir. Model number SDC 740 was previously recalled with other eight models in 2012. After the recall announcement, an additional 641 units continued to be sold.
Details
- Units affected
- About 641; (159,000 units were recalled in June 2012)
- Recall date
- August 15, 2013
- Made or distributed by
- Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received more than 1,607 reports of handles breaking, including more than 83 reports of burns and/or cuts.
True Value Hardware Stores nationwide from July 2008 to June 2013 for about $50 to $80.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Applica Consumer Products Reannounces Black & Decker Spacemaker Coffeemaker Recall Due to Injury Hazard; Units Sold After Recall”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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