Recalls / 2007-07-18
Atico International USA Recalls Coffeemakers Sold Exclusively at Walgreens Due to Fire Hazard
07244 · Recalled 2007-07-18 · CPSC page
Description
The coffeemaker is white with a glass coffeepot. Signature Gourmet™ or Kitchen Gourmet® is printed on the front of the unit. The Model Number (XQ-673B), Item Number (W14A4984) and date code are located on the bottom of the unit. Only units with date codes from May 2003 (0503) through July 2006 (0706) are affected by this recall.
Hazards
The coffeemaker can ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
Atico International USA, Inc. has received 14 reports of electrical failures, including six reports in which the unit ignited, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Signature Gourmet™ and Kitchen Gourmet® 12-Cup Coffeemakers | About 392,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Walgreens from August 2003 through December 2006.
Consumer contact
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
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Source: CPSC recall 07244. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.