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Walmart Recalls General Electric® Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: May 20, 2010 Initiated: May 20, 2010 #10238

Product Description

This recall involves General Electric®-brand 12-cup coffee makers sold in white or black. The digital coffee maker has programmable functions and plastic housing. The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base. Model Numbers included in this recall are: Model Number Color 169164 Black 169165 White No other models are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves General Electric®-brand 12-cup coffee makers sold in white or black. The digital coffee maker has programmable functions and plastic housing. The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base. Model Numbers included in this recall are: Model Number Color 169164 Black 169165 White No other models are included in this recall.. Units affected: About 900,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 20, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10238.