Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard
Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers
Date of Recall
2012-06-01CPSC Release Number
12-191Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(866) 708-7846Units
About 159,000Distributor
Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.Sold By
Major retailers nationwide from July 2008 through May 2012 for about $50-80.Problem/Hazard
The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 1,276 reports of handles breaking, including 68 reports of burns and/or cuts.Description
This recall involves Black & Decker® brand 12-cup coffeemakers designed to mount under a cabinet. Available in either white or black models, the words ?BLACK & DECKER® SPACEMAKER™? are printed in the top right-hand corner. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica to exchange their coffee pot for a free replacement.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Applica Consumer Products toll-free at (866) 708-7846 between 8:30 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm’s website at www.acprecall.comRecall Comments
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