Recall #12-191 · Published June 1, 2012

Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers

Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers from Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. on June 1, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.

Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers
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Affected model numbers

SDC740SDC740BSDC740BRSDC740CSDC740DISSDC740RSDC750SDC750CSDC750DIS
Additional identifying details

The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir.

Why it was recalled

The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 1,276 reports of handles breaking, including 68 reports of burns and/or cuts.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
12-191
Units
About 159,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Major retailers nationwide from July 2008 through May 2012 for about $50-80.
Distributor
Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.

Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers

CPSC product type: Coffee Makers or Teapots

Recall contact information

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.com

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