Espresso makers
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. [Learn More]
About 17,500 units were affected by this recall.
IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards
IMUSA’s Espresso Makers GAU - 18200 (black). IMUSA’s Espresso Maker GAU - 18201 (gray and black)
Espresso makers Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 11/30/2016 |
| Recall ID | 7916 |
| Recall Number | 17040 |
| Hazard | 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. |
| Injuries | The firm has received 43 incidents including one report of a consumer who sustained burns to his hand from steam escaping through a crack in the cap. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | IMUSA toll-free at 844-750-4165 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.imusausa.com and click on “Recall” at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Updated | 11/30/2016 |
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