Espresso Makers recall: Fire Hazard
Espresso Makers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Why was Espresso Makers recalled?
The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the espresso machines and contact Krups for a free repair. Contact: For information on how to return the product and arrange for a free repair, consumers should contact Krups at 800-526-5377 between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.krupsusa.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Orchestro Espresso Makers
- Company
- Eugster/Frismag of Switzerland, Krups, of Medford, Mass.
- Quantity
- About 2,100
- Sold at
- Department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide from January 1999 through November 2005 for about $850.
- Recall date
- February 15, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled espresso makers are black and silver, have a silver control panel, and can make two cups of espresso at once. The word "KRUPS" is printed on the front of the machine. The model number and factory mark are stamped on a silver sticker on the bottom of the machine. The following are the recalled models: Model Number Factory Mark 889-45 F8894556 890-41 F8904156