Applica Consumer Products is recalling about 159,000 Black & Decker Spacemaker 12-cup under-the-cabinet coffeemakers. The handle on the glass coffee pot can break unexpectedly during use, which has already resulted in 1,276 reports of broken handles and 68 reports of consumers suffering cuts or burns. These units were sold at major retailers nationwide between July 2008 and May 2012 for between $50 and $80; consumers should stop using the coffeemaker immediately and contact the company for a full refund.
The molded handle on the glass carafe can snap or break off while the pot is being handled. This can cause the glass pot to fall and shatter, or spill hot coffee, leading to serious cuts and thermal burns to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response