Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers Recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle Due to Burn Hazard
Philips Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers
Date of Recall
2009-04-15CPSC Release Number
09-194Manufactured In
China and PolandCompany Phone Number
(866) 604-0051Units
About 155,000Distributor
Philips Consumer Lifestyle, of Stamford, Conn.Sold By
Wal-Mart, Target and Safeway stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com between July 2006 through March 2009 for between $60 and $140.Problem/Hazard
An electrical fault and the build-up of calcium from hard or medium water can cause an obstruction in the coffeemaker. If this happens, the boiler can burst, posing a burn hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
None reported in the United States. The firm has received 17 reports of incidents in Europe, including six reports of minor personal injury involving first degree burns to the hands, arms and abdomen.Description
This recall involves Senseo one-cup coffeemakers with model numbers HD 7810, HD 7811, HD 7815, HD 7820, HD 7832, and HD 7890. Model numbers are located on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Date codes are printed on the bottom of the coffeemaker. Coffeemakers made in China have date codes 0727 through 0847; coffeemakers made in Poland have date codes 0627 through 0847.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Philips for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Philips toll-free at (866) 604-0051 between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays. Consumers can also visit the firm’s Web site at www.senseoexchange.comRecall Comments
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