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Gevalia Recalls Kaffe Combo Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard

U.S. CPSCBurnsMar 14, 2007
Recalled Coffeemaker
Recalled Coffeemaker

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Hazard

The heating element can melt the plastic outer shell, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemaker and contact Gevalia for a free replacement coffeemaker. Those consumers who purchased the coffeemaker will be offered the option of receiving a refund. Gevalia is contacting all registered consumers directly.

Incidents & injuries

Gevalia has received 28 reports of overheated coffeemakers, including 12 reports of damaged counter tops, and one report of a minor burn from spilled coffee.

Product description

The recalled product is a 12-cup programmable "Kaffe Combo" coffeemaker with model number CM830 and a glass carafe and two travel mugs. The name "Gevalia" is on the front of the coffeemaker and the model number is located on the bottom of the unit. No other Gevalia coffeemakers are affected by this recall.

Sold on

The recalled coffeemaker was distributed directly to consumers who joined the Gevalia Kaffe program, and through catalog sales from September 2006 through January 2007. The coffeemakers are valued at about $90.

Contact the company

Call Gevalia at (800) GEVALIA any time, or visit www.gevalia.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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