Capresso · Recalled
Espresso Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard
The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 28,000
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $800
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The Automatic Coffee Centers are espresso machines and have C1000 printed in large type on the front panel and model number 152 printed on the bottom of the machine. These machines grind, compact ground coffee, pressure brew, stop automatically, and discard used coffee grounds. They can also dispense hot water for tea and hot steam to froth and steam milk.
The file
- Sold at
- Department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide from July 1999 through October 2005 for about $800.
- Product type
- Espresso/Cappuccino Makers
- Made in
- Switzerland
- Recalled by
- Capresso Inc., of Closter, N.J., Eugster/Frismag, of Switzerland
Incident log
The firm has received four reports of fires started inside the coffee center. No injuries or property damage were reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled espresso machines immediately and contact Capresso to arrange for a free repair.
For additional information, contact Capresso toll-free at (888) 406-4440 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.capresso.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 07 2006; last revised MAY 17 2024.