Recall #12-263 · Published August 30, 2012

Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System

Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System from Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS") on August 30, 2012. CPSC identifies this 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. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.

Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System
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Affected model numbers

BVMC-KG1BVMC-KG1A-001BVMC-KG1-WM-001BVMC-KG1-001BVMC-KG1-BEABVMC-KG1R-001BVMC-KG1-044BVMC-KG1BP-PALBVMC-KG1R-006BVMC-KG1ABVMC-KG1-WMBVMC-KG1W-001
Additional identifying details

The model number is printed on the bottom of the brewer.

Why it was recalled

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.

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.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Recall number
12-263
Units
520,000 in the United States and 80,700 in Canada
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
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.
Importer
Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS"), of Boca Raton, Fla.

Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System

CPSC product type: Coffee Makers or Teapots

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact JCS at (800) 993-8609 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.mrcoffeerecall.com

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