Philips Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers

CPSC Recall #09-194 — April 14, 2009

Recall #09-194 Date: April 14, 2009 Remedy: Replace

Product

Philips Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers

Description

This recall involves Senseo one-cup coffeemakers with model numbers HD 7810, HD 7811, HD 7815, HD 7820, HD 7832, and HD 7890. Model numbers are located on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Date codes are printed on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Coffeemakers made in China have date codes 0727 through 0847; coffeemakers made in Poland have date codes 0627 through 0847.

Hazard

An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported in the United States. The firm has received 17 reports of incidents in Europe, including six reports of minor personal injury involving first degree burns to the hands, arms and abdomen.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.

Units Affected

About 155,000

Sold At

Wal-Mart, Target and Safeway stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com between July 2006 through March 2009 for between $60 and $140.

Manufactured In

China and Poland