Applica Consumer Products Inc. · Recalled
Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Black & Decker Spacemaker Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard
The brew basket can shift out of alignment allowing hot water to overflow. This poses a scalding and burn hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 584,000
- Reports
- 235
- Injuries
- 10
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $60–$70
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled product is the Black & Decker-branded Spacemaker™ coffeemaker. The product has an under-cabinet mount, programmable digital clock/timer, removable water reservoir, and either a 12-cup glass carafe or an 8-cup thermal carafe. Only model numbers ODC440, ODC440B, ODC450 and ODC460 are included in the recall. The model number can be located on the back of the coffeemaker.
The file
- Sold at
- Major retailers nationwide, including K-Mart, Kohl's, Target, Wal-Mart, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Amazon.com, from March 2006 through March 2009 for between $60 and $70.
- Product type
- Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.
Incident log
The firm has received 235 reports of hot water overflowing and contacting consumers, including 10 reports of second-degree burns.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled coffeemaker immediately and contact Applica for a free replacement brew basket.
For additional information, contact Applica toll-free at (866) 668-4442 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.acprecall.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 JUN 23 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.
