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CPSC recall · Reported June 1, 2012

Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard

The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.

Recall #
12191
Affected scope
About 159,000
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Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. recalled This recall involves Black & Decker® brand 12-cup coffeemakers designed to mount under a … - a moderate-severity action.

Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. in June 1, 2012. Reason: The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full r…. Verify recall #12191 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer..

Moderate
severity level
June 1, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12191 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12191) was formally reported on June 1, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 159,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer. 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 Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker. - 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 159,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Black & Decker® brand 12-cup coffeemakers designed to mount under a cabinet. Available in either white or black models, the words "BLACK & DECKER® SPACEMAKER™" are printed in the top right-hand corner. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom. The recall includes model numbers SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R, SDC750, SDC750C and SDC750DIS. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir.

Reason for recall

The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.

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 12191
Date reported June 1, 2012
Date initiated June 1, 2012
Recalling firm Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.
Affected scope About 159,000
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 Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter co…

  • Check the recall number (12191) 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 Black & Decker® brand 12-cup coffeemakers designed to mount under a cabinet. Available in either white or black models, the words "BLACK & DECKER® SPACEMAKER™" are printed in the top right-hand corner. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom. The recall includes model numbers SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R, SDC750, SDC750C and SDC750DIS. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir.. Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.. Units affected: About 159,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 1, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12191.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12191) 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 June 1, 2012. 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.