The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereCPSC·02508·Announced 2001-11-21

Gevalia Coffeemakers Recalled for Overflow and Burn Risk

Gevalia is recalling Model DL 10 coffeemakers because they can overflow, posing a burn risk. Consumers should stop using them and contact Gevalia for a free replacement.

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 reported injuries, including second-degree burns, which meets the rubric criteria for 'Severe' (significant injury reports).

Plain-English summary

Gevalia Coffee is recalling approximately 15,000 Model DL 10 coffeemakers. The recalled units are white, black, or green with "Gevalia" written on the front and are date coded 0801 and 0901. These coffeemakers were distributed nationwide through mail order coffee promotions as a free gift between August 2001 and October 2001.

The recall is being issued because the coffeemakers can overflow, presenting a serious risk of burn injuries to consumers. Gevalia has received 11 reports of overflow incidents, which resulted in 8 burn injuries. One consumer reported receiving second-degree burns.

Consumers should stop using these coffeemakers immediately. To receive a free replacement, consumers should call Gevalia toll-free at (800) 325-3190 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Gevalia Coffeemakers, Model DL 10
Manufacturer
Gevalia Coffee, of Tarrytown, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Kitchen Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
15,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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