Krups Automatic Coffeemakers Recalled for Fire and Burn Risk
Krups North America is recalling about 218,000 automatic coffeemakers because an electrical connection can overheat and ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with 12 reported instances of fire and smoke damage to property, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' (Score 4).
Plain-English summary
Krups North America is recalling approximately 218,000 automatic drip coffeemakers sold under the Krups brand. The recall includes 10-cup models 398 (black or white exterior) and 405 (simulated wood-grain exterior). These units feature a switch for selecting 1-3 cups or 4-10 cups and a "Stop N' Serve" feature. The model numbers are located on the bottom of the coffeemaker.
The recall is being issued because an electrical connection in these coffeemakers can overheat and ignite the filter basket support. This defect presents a risk of fire and burn hazards to consumers. Krups has received 37 reports of the coffeemakers overheating, including 12 reports of fire and smoke damage to cabinets, countertops, and surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported.
The affected coffeemakers were sold at department, appliance, and specialty stores nationwide from January 1996 through April 2000 for about $95. Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately. They should contact Krups North America at (800) 526-5377 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit www.krupsusa.com to receive a free replacement coffeemaker.
The recalled product
- Product
- Krups automatic coffeemakers
- Manufacturer
- Krups North America, of Closter, N.J.
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 218,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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