CPSCJuly 18, 2007

Atico International USA Coffeemakers Sold Exclusively at recall: Fire Hazard

Atico International USA Recalls Coffeemakers Sold Exclusively at Walgreens Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Atico International USA Coffeemakers Sold Exclusively at recalled?

The coffeemaker can ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed. Contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.

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
Signature Gourmet™ and Kitchen Gourmet® 12-Cup Coffeemakers
Company
Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Quantity
About 392,000
Sold at
Walgreens stores nationwide from August 2003 through December 2006.
Recall date
July 18, 2007
Incidents / injuries
Atico International USA, Inc. has received 14 reports of electrical failures, including six reports in which the unit ignited, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The coffeemaker is white with a glass coffeepot. Signature Gourmet™ or Kitchen Gourmet® is printed on the front of the unit. The Model Number (XQ-673B), Item Number (W14A4984) and date code are located on the bottom of the unit. Only units with date codes from May 2003 (0503) through July 2006 (0706) are affected by this recall.

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