The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06089·Announced 2006-02-15

Krups Orchestro Espresso Makers Recalled for Electrical Fire Hazard

CPSC recalls about 2,100 Krups Orchestro espresso makers because eroding electrical connectors pose a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product defect. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High (Score 3).

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recalling approximately 2,100 units of the Krups Orchestro Espresso Makers. The affected models are 889-45 and 890-41, manufactured by Eugster/Frismag of Switzerland and imported by Krups of Medford, Massachusetts. These black and silver machines feature a silver control panel and are capable of making two cups of espresso at once.

The recall is due to a fire hazard caused by electrical connectors in the espresso machines that can erode. The CPSC has not reported any injuries or illnesses associated with this defect. The recalled products were sold at department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide from January 1999 through November 2005 for approximately $850.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso machines. To arrange for a free repair, consumers should contact Krups at 800-526-5377 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.krupsusa.com.

The recalled product

Product
Orchestro Espresso Makers
Manufacturer
Eugster/Frismag of Switzerland
Category
Consumer Product — Small Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
2,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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