FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 11, 2001
Release # 01-195
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Coffemaker Recall Hotline: (800) 810-8687
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Yolanda Fultz-Morris, (301) 504-7066
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CPSC, Krups Announce Recall of Coffeemakers
WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Krups North America, of Closter, N.J., is voluntarily
recalling about 218,000 automatic drip coffeemakers. An electrical
connection in these coffeemakers can overheat and ignite the filter
basket support, presenting a risk of fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Krups has received 37 reports of the coffeemakers overheating,
including 12 reports of fire and smoke damage to cabinets, countertops
and surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported.
The automatic drip coffeemakers were sold under the Krups brand
name. The 10 cup coffeemakers have a switch for selecting 1-3 cups or 4-
10 cups, and a "Stop N' Serve" feature. Only models 398 with a black or
white exterior and 405 with a simulated wood-grain exterior are included
in this recall. The model numbers are on the bottom of the coffeemaker.
Department, appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the
coffeemakers from January 1996 through April 2000 for about $95.
Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers
immediately and contact Krups North America at (800) 810-8687 anytime to
receive a free replacement coffeemaker.
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