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CPSCRecalled Jun 2, 2005 · #05185

CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of KitchenAid Coffeemakers

Hazard

An internal electrical component of the coffeemaker can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled KitchenAid® coffeemakers are black, white, red, or blue in color. They are manufactured in 10- and 12-cup models. Consumers can determine if they have one of the recalled coffeemakers by identifying the product's model and serial numbers, which are located on a label on the bottom of the coffeemaker. The affected models include: 10 - cup models KCM120OB KCM120WH KCM300OB KCM300WH 12 - cup models KCM200OB KCM200WH KCM400OB KCM400WH KCM400ER KCM400BU The serial numbers of the affected products begin with the letters WCJ, WCK, WCL, WCM, and WCP.

Product details

Product
KitchenAid® Coffeemakers
Type
Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
KCM120OB, KCM120WH, KCM300OB, KCM300WH, KCM200OB, KCM200WH, KCM400OB, KCM400WH, KCM400ER, KCM400BU
UPCs
Sold at
Catalogs, department stores, specialty retailers and on-line retailers nationwide, from January 1999 through December 2004, for between $50 and $130.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately and inform all users of the coffeemakers not to use it due to the risk of fire. Consumers should contact KitchenAid® to verify their product is affected and to arrange for a reimbursement for the purchase of another coffeemaker or for a product exchange of another KitchenAid® product. Consumers should not return the coffeemaker to the retailer where it was purchased.

View the official CPSC notice