CPSC recall · Reported October 17, 2006
Starbucks Announces Recall of 8-Cup Coffee Brewers Due to Possible Fire Hazard
The coffee brewer has defective electrical wiring that can result in overheating, smoking, burning and melting, posing a possible fire hazard.
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash. recalled This recall includes the Starbucks Barista Aroma 8-Cup Coffee Brewer only. "Starbucks Bar….
Starbucks Announces Recall of 8-Cup Coffee Brewers Due to Possible Fire Hazard was recalled by Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash. in October 17, 2006. Reason: The coffee brewer has defective electrical wiring that can result in overheating, smoking, burning and meltin…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled coffee brewers immediately and contact Starbucks…. Verify recall #07006 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash. issued this CPSC recall-The coffee brewer has defective electrical wiring that can result in overheating, smoking, burning and meltin….
- None
- agency class
- October 17, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07006 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.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall includes the Starbucks Barista Aroma 8-Cup Coffee Brewer only. "Starbucks Barista Aroma" is embossed on the front of the brewer and the brewer has silver control panel buttons and a chrome finish. The Starbucks Barista Grande 12-Cup Coffee Brewer and Starbucks Barista Solo Coffee Brewers are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The coffee brewer has defective electrical wiring that can result in overheating, smoking, burning and melting, posing a possible fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled coffee brewers immediately and contact Starbucks for a full refund. Consumers will receive a postage-paid package along with instructions on how to return their brewer. Starbucks is also offering a coupon (valid through 1/31/07) for a free pound of coffee as an incentive to return the recalled machine.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 07006 |
| Date reported | October 17, 2006 |
| Date initiated | October 17, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash. |
| Affected scope | About 73,000 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using the recalled coffee brewers immediately and contact Starbucks for a full refund. Consumers will recei…
- Check the recall number (07006) 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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