Recall #01-151 · Published May 10, 2001

Home soda-making machines

CPSC, Drinkmaker of Sweden AB Announce Recall of Home Soda Machines

CPSC published a recall notice for Home soda-making machines from Drinkmaker of Sweden AB on May 10, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: Components inside the soda machine can break apart, posing a serious risk of lacerations to consumers, who can be struck by shrapnel. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these soda machines immediately and call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington to receive a free repair. Unused machines should be discarded to prevent the possibility of injury.

Recalled home soda-making machine
Recalled home soda-making machine
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Why it was recalled

Components inside the soda machine can break apart, posing a serious risk of lacerations to consumers, who can be struck by shrapnel.

Incidents and injuries

There have been three reports of incidents: a 7-year-old boy suffered lacerations to the neck and arms, that required hospitalization; a 44-year-old man suffered multiple fractures and a laceration to his right hand; and a 52-year-old man suffered lacerations to his right hand and chin, a fracture of the little finger and contusions to the stomach.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these soda machines immediately and call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington to receive a free repair. Unused machines should be discarded to prevent the possibility of injury.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Drinkmaker of Sweden AB
Recall number
01-151
Units
About 4,000
Manufactured in
Sweden
Sold at / sales period
The soda makers were sold at state and county fairs and conventions between 1990 and 1996 for about $200 to $250.
Distributor
The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington

Home soda-making machines

CPSC product type: Soda Machines

Recall contact information

Consumers may call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington, toll-free at (877) 438-7632 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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