Capresso Water Kettles
CPSC Recall #05-268 — September 12, 2005
Product
Capresso Water Kettles
Description
The recalled model "H20 Classic," Cordless Water Kettle has two parts - a black heating base and a glass kettle with a polished chrome or a silver handle. Printed in script on the base of the kettle is "Capresso" and engraved on the bottom of the kettle is "CAPRESSO INC., Kettle Models 257.01, 258.03, 258.04 for use with Kettle Base Model 256/258."
Hazard
The handle can detach from the glass carafe, spilling hot water and causing severe burn injuries.
Incidents / Injuries
Capresso has received five reports of the handle detaching from the carafe, including one incident that resulted in a minor burn from contact with boiling water.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the water kettle immediately and contact Capresso for a free replacement kettle.
Units Affected
About 15,000
Sold At
Specialty kitchen stores nationwide, mail order gourmet catalogs, Capresso.com and other Web site retailers such as Amazon.com between August 2004 and May 2005 for about $70.
Manufacturer
Capresso Inc., of Closter, N.J.