CPSC recall · Reported April 22, 2004
CPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers
The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and t…
Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia recalled The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, mo….
CPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers was recalled by Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia in April 22, 2004. Reason: The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to …. Remedy: Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.. Verify recall #04126 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia issued this CPSC recall-The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to ….
- None
- agency class
- 20K units
- affected scope
- April 22, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04126 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom.
Reason for recall
The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Remedy, what to do
Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04126 |
| Date reported | April 22, 2004 |
| Date initiated | April 22, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia |
| Affected scope | 20,160 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.
- Check the recall number (04126) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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