Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-06-01). Hazards: burn, laceration, injury. Models: SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R…. About 159,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12191 |
| Published | 2012-06-01 |
| Last updated | 2015-02-20 |
| Product category | Coffee Makers or Teapots |
| Products | Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers |
| Firm named in the title | Applica Consumer Products |
| Firms | Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 159,000 |
| Model numbers | SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R, SDC750, SDC750C, SDC750DIS |
| Hazard classes | burn, laceration, injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Major retailers nationwide from July 2008 through May 2012 for about $50-80. |
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. The recall includes model numbers SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R, SDC750, SDC750C and SDC750DIS. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir.
Hazard
The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 1,276 reports of handles breaking, including 68 reports of burns and/or cuts.
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