CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The handle can detach from the glass carafe, spilling hot water and causing severe burn injuries.
CPSC, Capresso Inc. Announce Recall of Water Kettles
The recalled model "H20 Classic," Cordless Water Kettle has two parts - a black heating base and a glass kettle with a polished chrome or a silver handle. Printed in script on the base of the kettle is "Capresso" and engraved on the bottom of the kettle is "CAPRESSO INC., Kettle Models 257.01, 258.03, 258.04 for use with Kettle Base Model 256/258."
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the water kettle immediately and contact Capresso for a free replacement kettle.
Contact Information
Call Capresso at (800) 767-3554 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their web site at www.capresso.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty kitchen stores nationwide, mail order gourmet catalogs, Capresso.com and other Web site retailers such as Amazon.com, between August 2004 and May 2005, for about $70.
Injuries
Capresso has received five reports of the handle detaching from the carafe, including one incident that resulted in a minor burn from contact with boiling water.
Manufacturer
Capresso Inc., of Closter, N.J.
Recall Number
05268
Product Information
Product Name
Capresso Water Kettles
Product Type
Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Number of Units
About 15,000
Manufacturer Name
Capresso Inc., of Closter, N.J.
Manufactured In
China