Nearly 6 million coffee makers sold at major retailers recalled over burn risk
Bodum USA is recalling approximately 5.9 million French press coffee makers featuring replaceable glass carafes due to reports of the glass breaking during use. The Consumer Product Safety Commission noted that damaged or cracked glass, potentially caused by stirring with metal spoons, can shatter and spill hot liquid. The recall affects 8-cup and 12-cup models across the Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya ranges. These products were sold nationwide at major retailers including Target and Walmart.
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- β Bodum USA is recalling 5.9 million French press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes.
- β The recall involves 8-cup and 12-cup models from the Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya ranges.
- β Affected units were sold at major retailers including Target and Walmart.
- β The Consumer Product Safety Commission stated that glass carafes can break during use if the glass is cracked or damaged.
What changed
The Consumer Product Safety Commission identified specific affected product ranges and the role of metal spoons in causing glass breakage.
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Bodum USA Recalls 5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers Over Burn Risk
Bodum USA is recalling approximately 5.9 million French press coffee makers featuring replaceable glass carafes due to reports of the glass breaking during use. The Consumer Product Safety Commission noted that damaged or cracked glass, potentially caused by stirring with metal spoons, can shatter and spill hot liquid. The recall affects 8-cup and 12-cup models across the Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya ranges. These products were sold nationwide at major retailers including Target and Walmart.
Why it matters
The recall follows reports of serious burn injuries caused by unexpected carafe failure. This safety action targets millions of units across several popular product lines. It highlights the risk of using metal utensils in glass brewing equipment.
What is confirmed
- Bodum USA is recalling 5.9 million French press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes.
- The recall involves 8-cup and 12-cup models from the Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya ranges.
- Affected units were sold at major retailers including Target and Walmart.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission stated that glass carafes can break during use if the glass is cracked or damaged.
- Forty-eight consumers reported burn injuries resulting from the carafes breaking.
What to watch next
- Instructions for consumer refunds or replacement carafes
- Official confirmation of the total number of breakage incidents beyond the 48 reported injuries
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