IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards

The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressur…

Recall #: 17040
Affected scope: About 17,500

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IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 30, 2016. Reason: The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA fo…. Verify recall #17040 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user….

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agency class: November 30, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17040 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.

Product description

This recall involves IMUSA espresso makers. The black or gray and black espresso makers have model numbers GAU-18200 and GAU-18201. The caps on the recalled espresso makers have date codes "201407" to "201411" The model number and date code are printed on a rating label on the bottom of the espresso maker. "IMUSA" is printed on the on front of the espresso maker.

Reason for recall

The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup, posing an impact injury risk to a bystander.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.

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	17040
Date reported	November 30, 2016
Date initiated	November 30, 2016
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 17,500
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 espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 30, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17040.

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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