Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-08-30). Hazards: burn. Models: BVMC-KG1, BVMC-KG1A-001, BVMC-KG1-WM-001, BVMC-KG1-001, BVMC-KG1-BEA, BVMC-KG1R-001…. About 520,000 units in the US and 80,700 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12263 |
| Published | 2012-08-30 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-22 |
| Product category | Coffee Makers or Teapots |
| Products | Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System |
| Firm named in the title | JCS |
| Firms | Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS"), of Boca Raton, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 520,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 80,700 |
| Model numbers | BVMC-KG1, BVMC-KG1A-001, BVMC-KG1-WM-001, BVMC-KG1-001, BVMC-KG1-BEA, BVMC-KG1R-001, BVMC-KG1-044, BVMC-KG1BP-PAL, BVMC-KG1R-006, BVMC-KG1A, BVMC-KG1-WM, BVMC-KG1W-001 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Mass merchandisers nationwide, including Bed Bath & Beyond, Brandsmart, JC Penney, Kmart, Lowe's, Target and Walmart, and online at www.mrcoffee.com from September 2010 through August 2012 for between $60 and $80. |
Description
The recalled coffeemaker comes in black with silver, red or white trim. It stands about 11 inches tall and has a Brew Now /Off button and a removable drip tray. The water tank is located on top of the unit towards the back. The model number is printed on the bottom of the brewer. Recalled model numbers are: BVMC-KG1 BVMC-KG1A-001 BVMC-KG1-WM-001 BVMC-KG1-001 BVMC-KG1-BEA BVMC-KG1R-001 BVMC-KG1-044 BVMC-KG1BP-PAL BVMC-KG1R-006 BVMC-KG1A BVMC-KG1-WM BVMC-KG1W-001
Hazard
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
Incidents and injuries
JCS has received 164 reports of the brewing chamber opening due to steam pressure, including approximately 59 reports in the U.S. and two in Canada of burn injuries to consumers' face, upper torso and hands.
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