IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards
Recall 17040 · Nov 30, 2016 · Imusa
17,500
units affected
17,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17040
- Date
- Nov 30, 2016
- Company
- Imusa
- Units affected
- 17,500
- Product
- Espresso makers
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves IMUSA espresso makers. The black or gray and black espresso makers have model numbers GAU-18200 and GAU-18201. The caps on the recalled espresso makers have date codes "201407" to "201411" The model number and date code are printed on a rating label on the bottom of the espresso maker. "IMUSA" is printed on the on front of the espresso maker.
What can happen
The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup, posing an impact injury risk to a bystander.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 43 incidents including one report of a consumer who sustained burns to his hand from steam escaping through a crack in the cap.
- Sold at
- Kmart, Sears, Target and other stores nationwide from July 2014 through November 2014 for between $30 and $45.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled espresso makers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.
What is the hazard?
The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup, posing an impact injury risk to a bystander.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.