Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Black & Decker Brand Coffeemaker for Fire Hazard
Black & Decker® Brand Thermal Coffeemaker
Date of Recall
2006-06-06CPSC Release Number
06-175Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 239-7145Units
About 420,000Distributor
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.Sold By
Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2004 through April 2006, for about $40.Problem/Hazard
The coffeemaker may not turn off as programmed, causing the unit to overheat and melt, and posing a risk of fire and burn injury.Injuries/Incidents
Applica has received 14 reports of the coffeemakers overheating. This resulted in one report of a minor burn, and 12 reports of minor property damage to kitchen cabinets, countertops and floors.Description
The recalled coffeemakers make up to 8-cups of coffee and have a programmable countertop feature. The coffeemakers are silver and black with a stainless steel carafe. Model numbers TCM800 and TCM805 are printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the coffeemaker.Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica for instructions on receiving a replacement Black & Decker® Brand household product.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Applica at (800) 239-7145 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at http://www.acprecall.comRecall Comments
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