Recall #10-238 · Published May 20, 2010

General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers

Walmart Recalls General Electric® Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers from General Electric®- 12-cup digital on May 20, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.

Recalled Coffee Makers
Recalled Coffee Makers
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Additional identifying details

The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base.

Why it was recalled

The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Walmart has received 83 reports of overheating, smoking, melting, burning and fire, including three reports of minor burn injuries to consumer's hands, feet and torso. Reports of property damage include a significant kitchen fire and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
10-238
Units
About 900,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Walmart stores nationwide from March 2008 through January 2010 for about $30.
Importer
Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers

CPSC product type: Coffee Makers or Teapots

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Walmart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmart.com

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