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Bunn-O-Matic Recalls Single Cup Tea/Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: May 21, 2009 Initiated: May 21, 2009 #09227 About 35,600 units

Bunn-O-Matic Corp., of Springfield, Ill. issued this CPSC recall on May 21, 2009. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 35,600 units are affected. The recall was issued because: The pod drawer of the pod brewer can open unexpectedly during a brew cycle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09227) was formally reported on May 21, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bunn-O-Matic Corp., of Springfield, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 35,600 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: The pod drawer of the pod brewer can open unexpectedly during a brew cycle, 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 recalled coffeemakers and contact the firm to obtain two replacement pod drawers. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 17 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

About 35,600

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

This recall involves Bunn® Single Pod Brewers. Models included in the recall are MCP (My Café Pourover) and MCA (My Café Automatic). The pod brewers have a black body with stainless backsplash and measure 12 inches high by 8 inches wide. "Bunn®" is printed on the front and lights up when the pod brewer is on.

Reason for Recall

The pod drawer of the pod brewer can open unexpectedly during a brew cycle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffeemakers and contact the firm to obtain two replacement pod drawers.

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 09227
Date reported May 21, 2009
Date initiated May 21, 2009
Recalling firm Bunn-O-Matic Corp., of Springfield, Ill.
Units affected About 35,600
Distribution Not disclosed

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

About 35,600 units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Bunn® Single Pod Brewers. Models included in the recall are MCP (My Café Pourover) and MCA (My Café Automatic). The pod brewers have a black body with stainless backsplash and measure 12 inches high by 8 inches wide. "Bunn®" is printed on the front and lights up when the pod brewer is on.. Recalled by Bunn-O-Matic Corp., of Springfield, Ill.. Units affected: About 35,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The pod drawer of the pod brewer can open unexpectedly during a brew cycle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffeemakers and contact the firm to obtain two replacement pod drawers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 21, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09227.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09227) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).