CPSC Recall in 2009: Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard
See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2009.
The recalled product is the Black & Decker-branded Spacemaker™ coffeemaker. The product has an under-cabinet mount, programmable digital clock/timer, removable water reservoir, and either a 12-cup glass carafe or an 8-cup thermal carafe. Only model numbers ODC440, ODC440B, ODC450 and ODC460 are included in the recall. The model number can be located on the back of the coffeemaker.
The brew basket can shift out of alignment allowing hot water to overflow. This poses a scalding and burn hazard to consumers.
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The firm has received 235 reports of hot water overflowing and contacting consumers, including 10 reports of second-degree burns.
Major retailers nationwide, including K-Mart, Kohl's, Target, Wal-Mart, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Amazon.com, from March 2006 through March 2009 for between $60 and $70.
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