CPSC Recall in 2019: Starbucks Recalls Bodum Recycled Coffee Presses Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-114

Date: May 01, 2019

Product Name: Bodum + Starbucks Recycled Coffee Presses

Recall Description:

This recall involves Bodum + Starbucks co-branded coffee presses partially made from recycled materials.  The 8-cup French coffee press’ cylindrical glass beaker, screen and plunger are held in place by a plastic dark gray frame with locking lid and a light gray handle and knob. The coffee presses measure about 9 inches high by about 4 inches in diameter. SKU number 011063549 is printed on a white label on the bottom of the base. Bodum and Made in Portugal are embossed on the bottom of the dark gray plastic base.

Hazard Description:

The coffee press’ plunger knob can break and expose the metal rod, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 230,000 (in addition, about 33,200 units were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

Starbucks has received eight reports of the plunger’s knob breaking in the U.S. and one report of the plunger’s knob breaking in Canada, resulting in lacerations or puncture injuries.

Sold At:

Starbucks stores nationwide and online at Starbucks.com from November 2016 through January 2019 for about $20.

Manufactured In:

Portugal