CPSC, Capresso Inc. Announce Recall of Water Kettles
CPSC recall 05268 · announced September 13, 2005 · Capresso · 15,000 units affected
The product
The recalled model "H20 Classic," Cordless Water Kettle has two parts - a black heating base and a glass kettle with a polished chrome or a silver handle. Printed in script on the base of the kettle is "Capresso" and engraved on the bottom of the kettle is "CAPRESSO INC., Kettle Models 257.01, 258.03, 258.04 for use with Kettle Base Model 256/258."
The hazard
The handle can detach from the glass carafe, spilling hot water and causing severe burn injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the water kettle immediately and contact Capresso for a free replacement kettle.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Capresso has received five reports of the handle detaching from the carafe, including one incident that resulted in a minor burn from contact with boiling water.
Sold at: Specialty kitchen stores nationwide, mail order gourmet catalogs, Capresso.com and other Web site retailers such as Amazon.com, between August 2004 and May 2005, for about $70.
Consumer contact: Call Capresso at (800) 767-3554 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their web site at www.capresso.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.