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CPSC recall · Reported April 15, 2009

Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers Recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle Due to Burn Hazard

An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard …

Recall #
09194
Affected scope
About 155,000
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Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn. recalled This recall involves Senseo one-cup coffeemakers with model numbers HD 7810, HD 7811, HD … - a moderate-severity action.

Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers Recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn. in April 15, 2009. Reason: An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the cof…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instruct…. Verify recall #09194 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the cof….

Moderate
severity level
April 15, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09194 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09194) was formally reported on April 15, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 155,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 155,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Senseo one-cup coffeemakers with model numbers HD 7810, HD 7811, HD 7815, HD 7820, HD 7832, and HD 7890. Model numbers are located on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Date codes are printed on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Coffeemakers made in China have date codes 0727 through 0847; coffeemakers made in Poland have date codes 0627 through 0847.

Reason for recall

An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 09194
Date reported April 15, 2009
Date initiated April 15, 2009
Recalling firm Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn.
Affected scope About 155,000
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 immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement uni…

  • Check the recall number (09194) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Senseo one-cup coffeemakers with model numbers HD 7810, HD 7811, HD 7815, HD 7820, HD 7832, and HD 7890. Model numbers are located on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Date codes are printed on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Coffeemakers made in China have date codes 0727 through 0847; coffeemakers made in Poland have date codes 0627 through 0847.. Recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn.. Units affected: About 155,000.
Why was this product recalled?
An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 15, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09194.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09194) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 15, 2009. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.