Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consu · Recalled
Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn 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.
- Units
- 520,000 in the United States and 80,700 in Canada
- Reports
- 164
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $60–$80
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
The recalled coffeemaker comes in black with silver, red or white trim. It stands about 11 inches tall and has a Brew Now /Off button and a removable drip tray. The water tank is located on top of the unit towards the back. The model number is printed on the bottom of the brewer. Recalled model numbers are: BVMC-KG1 BVMC-KG1A-001 BVMC-KG1-WM-001 BVMC-KG1-001 BVMC-KG1-BEA BVMC-KG1R-001 BVMC-KG1-044 BVMC-KG1BP-PAL BVMC-KG1R-006 BVMC-KG1A BVMC-KG1-WM BVMC-KG1W-001
The file
- Sold at
- 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.
- Product type
- Coffee Makers or Teapots
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS"), of Boca Raton, Fla.
Incident log
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.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
For additional information, contact JCS at (800) 993-8609 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.mrcoffeerecall.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 AUG 30 2012; last revised APR 22 2016.
