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CPSC recall · Reported March 3, 2011

IKEA Recalls Coffee/Tea Makers Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards

Pressure from the metal pot holder against the coffee/tea maker can cause the glass to break unexpectedly, posing burn and laceration hazards.

Recall #
11154
Affected scope
About 94,000 in the U.S. and 34,000 in Canada
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Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. recalled This recall involves FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers sold in sizes 0.4 and 1 liters. The coffee/….

IKEA Recalls Coffee/Tea Makers Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards was recalled by Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. in March 3, 2011. Reason: Pressure from the metal pot holder against the coffee/tea maker can cause the glass to break unexpectedly, po…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers and bring it back to…. Verify recall #11154 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. issued this CPSC recall-Pressure from the metal pot holder against the coffee/tea maker can cause the glass to break unexpectedly, po….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11154 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 involves FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers sold in sizes 0.4 and 1 liters. The coffee/tea maker is a press pot comprising a handmade clear glass pot, metal holder and black plastic top and handle. Coffee/tea makers included in this recall have supplier number 20325, "IKEA" and "Made in China" etched on the bottom of the metal holder.

Reason for recall

Pressure from the metal pot holder against the coffee/tea maker can cause the glass to break unexpectedly, posing burn and laceration hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers and bring it back to any IKEA store for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 11154
Date reported March 3, 2011
Date initiated March 3, 2011
Recalling firm Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Affected scope About 94,000 in the U.S. and 34,000 in Canada
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers and bring it back to any IKEA store for a full refund.

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  • 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 FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers sold in sizes 0.4 and 1 liters. The coffee/tea maker is a press pot comprising a handmade clear glass pot, metal holder and black plastic top and handle. Coffee/tea makers included in this recall have supplier number 20325, "IKEA" and "Made in China" etched on the bottom of the metal holder.. Recalled by Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.. Units affected: About 94,000 in the U.S. and 34,000 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
Pressure from the metal pot holder against the coffee/tea maker can cause the glass to break unexpectedly, posing burn and laceration hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the FÖRSTÅ coffee/tea makers and bring it back to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 3, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11154.
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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