Walmart Recalls General Electric® Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-05-20). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 169164, 169165. About 900,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10238 |
| Published | 2010-05-20 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-25 |
| Product category | Coffee Makers or Teapots |
| Products | General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers |
| Firm named in the title | Walmart |
| Firms | Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 900,000 |
| Model numbers | 169164, 169165 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart stores nationwide from March 2008 through January 2010 for about $30. |
Description
This recall involves General Electric®-brand 12-cup coffee makers sold in white or black. The digital coffee maker has programmable functions and plastic housing. The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base. Model Numbers included in this recall are: Model Number Color 169164 Black 169165 White No other models are included in this recall.
Hazard
The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Walmart has received 83 reports of overheating, smoking, melting, burning and fire, including three reports of minor burn injuries to consumer's hands, feet and torso. Reports of property damage include a significant kitchen fire and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall.
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