Eugster/Frismag AG · Recalled
Espresso Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard
The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 6,600
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $750–$900
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The Automatic Coffee Centers have E50, E55, E70 or E75 printed in large type on the front panel and model number 12941, 13035, 13085 or 13088 printed on the bottom of the machine. These machines grind, compact ground coffee, pressure brew, stop automatically, and discard the used coffee grounds. They can also dispense hot water for tea and hot steam to froth and steam milk.
The file
- Sold at
- Coffee distributors and some independent specialty stores nationwide from July 1999 through October 2004 for between $750 and $900.
- Product type
- Espresso/Cappuccino Makers
- Made in
- Switzerland
- Recalled by
- Eugster/Frismag AG, of Switzerland, Jura-Capresso LLC, of Closter, N.J.
Incident log
None.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled espresso machines immediately, and contact Jura-Capresso to arrange for a free wire replacement.
For additional information, contact Jura-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 30 2006; last revised MAY 24 2024.
