General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers
Description: This recall involves General Electric®-brand 12-cup coffee makers sold in white or black. The digital coffee maker has programmable functions and plastic housing. The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base. Model Numbers included in this recall are: Model Number Color 169164 Black 169165 White No other models are included in this recall. [Learn More]
About 900,000 units were affected by this recall.
Walmart Recalls General Electric® Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard
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General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 05/20/2010 |
| Recall ID | 235 |
| Recall Number | 10238 |
| Product Type | Coffee Makers or Teapots |
| Hazard | The coffee maker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Injuries | Walmart has received 83 reports of overheating, smoking, melting, burning and fire, including three reports of minor burn injuries to consumer’s hands, feet and torso. Reports of property damage include a significant kitchen fire and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund. |
| Remedy Option | Refund |
| Contact | For additional information, contact Walmart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.walmart.com |
| Last Updated | 07/25/2016 |
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