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CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of KitchenAid Coffeemakers

Reported: June 2, 2005 Initiated: June 2, 2005 #05185

Product Description

The recalled KitchenAid® coffeemakers are black, white, red, or blue in color. They are manufactured in 10- and 12-cup models. Consumers can determine if they have one of the recalled coffeemakers by identifying the product's model and serial numbers, which are located on a label on the bottom of the coffeemaker. The affected models include: 10 - cup models KCM120OB KCM120WH KCM300OB KCM300WH 12 - cup models KCM200OB KCM200WH KCM400OB KCM400WH KCM400ER KCM400BU The serial numbers of the affected products begin with the letters WCJ, WCK, WCL, WCM, and WCP.

Reason for Recall

An internal electrical component of the coffeemaker can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately and inform all users of the coffeemakers not to use it due to the risk of fire. Consumers should contact KitchenAid® to verify their product is affected and to arrange for a reimbursement for the purchase of another coffeemaker or for a product exchange of another KitchenAid® product. Consumers should not return the coffeemaker to the retailer where it was purchased.

Details

Units Affected
About 529,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Whirlpool-Announce-Recall-of-KitchenAid-Coffeemakers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled KitchenAid® coffeemakers are black, white, red, or blue in color. They are manufactured in 10- and 12-cup models. Consumers can determine if they have one of the recalled coffeemakers by identifying the product's model and serial numbers, which are located on a label on the bottom of the coffeemaker. The affected models include: 10 - cup models KCM120OB KCM120WH KCM300OB KCM300WH 12 - cup models KCM200OB KCM200WH KCM400OB KCM400WH KCM400ER KCM400BU The serial numbers of the affected products begin with the letters WCJ, WCK, WCL, WCM, and WCP.. Recalled by Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich.. Units affected: About 529,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An internal electrical component of the coffeemaker can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately and inform all users of the coffeemakers not to use it due to the risk of fire. Consumers should contact KitchenAid® to verify their product is affected and to arrange for a reimbursement for the purchase of another coffeemaker or for a product exchange of another KitchenAid® product. Consumers should not return the coffeemaker to the retailer where it was purchased.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 2, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05185.

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