Gevalia Recalls Kaffe Combo Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 07534 · announced March 14, 2007 · Global Marketing · 21,000 units affected
The product
The recalled product is a 12-cup programmable "Kaffe Combo" coffeemaker with model number CM830 and a glass carafe and two travel mugs. The name "Gevalia" is on the front of the coffeemaker and the model number is located on the bottom of the unit. No other Gevalia coffeemakers are affected by this recall.
The hazard
The heating element can melt the plastic outer shell, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemaker and contact Gevalia for a free replacement coffeemaker. Those consumers who purchased the coffeemaker will be offered the option of receiving a refund. Gevalia is contacting all registered consumers directly.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Gevalia has received 28 reports of overheated coffeemakers, including 12 reports of damaged counter tops, and one report of a minor burn from spilled coffee.
Sold at: The recalled coffeemaker was distributed directly to consumers who joined the Gevalia Kaffe program, and through catalog sales from September 2006 through January 2007. The coffeemakers are valued at about $90.
Consumer contact: Call Gevalia at (800) GEVALIA any time, or visit www.gevalia.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.