Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard
Recall 12263 · Aug 30, 2012 · Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS")
520,000
units affected
520,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12263
- Date
- Aug 30, 2012
- Company
- Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS")
- Units affected
- 520,000
- Product
- Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System
- Product type
- Coffee Makers or Teapots
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled coffeemaker comes in black with silver, red or white trim. It stands about 11 inches tall and has a Brew Now /Off button and a removable drip tray. The water tank is located on top of the unit towards the back. The model number is printed on the bottom of the brewer. Recalled model numbers are: BVMC-KG1 BVMC-KG1A-001 BVMC-KG1-WM-001 BVMC-KG1-001 BVMC-KG1-BEA BVMC-KG1R-001 BVMC-KG1-044 BVMC-KG1BP-PAL BVMC-KG1R-006 BVMC-KG1A BVMC-KG1-WM BVMC-KG1W-001
What can happen
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- JCS has received 164 reports of the brewing chamber opening due to steam pressure, including approximately 59 reports in the U.S. and two in Canada of burn injuries to consumers' face, upper torso and hands.
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers nationwide, including Bed Bath & Beyond, Brandsmart, JC Penney, Kmart, Lowe's, Target and Walmart, and online at www.mrcoffee.com from September 2010 through August 2012 for between $60 and $80.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled mr. coffee® single cup brewing system?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
What is the hazard?
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
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.