CPSC recall · Reported August 30, 2012
Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
The CPSC recalled The recalled coffeemaker comes in black with silver, red or white trim. It stands about 1….
Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 30, 2012. Reason: A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds an…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to rec…. Verify recall #12263 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds an….
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- agency class
- August 30, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12263 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.
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Product description
The recalled coffeemaker comes in black with silver, red or white trim. It stands about 11 inches tall and has a Brew Now /Off button and a removable drip tray. The water tank is located on top of the unit towards the back. The model number is printed on the bottom of the brewer. Recalled model numbers are: BVMC-KG1 BVMC-KG1A-001 BVMC-KG1-WM-001 BVMC-KG1-001 BVMC-KG1-BEA BVMC-KG1R-001 BVMC-KG1-044 BVMC-KG1BP-PAL BVMC-KG1R-006 BVMC-KG1A BVMC-KG1-WM BVMC-KG1W-001
Reason for recall
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12263 |
| Date reported | August 30, 2012 |
| Date initiated | August 30, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | 520,000 in the United States and 80,700 in Canada |
| 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 recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a fre…
- Check the recall number (12263) 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
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