CPSC2012-02-09
Tassimo Espresso T Discs Recalled by Kraft Foods Due to Burn Hazard
Kraft Foods Global Inc., of Northfield, Ill.
Hazard
The recalled espresso T Discs can become clogged and spray hot liquid and coffee grounds onto consumers and bystanders during or after brewing, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled espresso T Discs immediately and contact the firm for a full refund.
Sold at
Department, mass merchandise, home improvement and other stores nationwide and on various websites, including www.tassimodirect.com, from August 2011 through February 2012 for between $8 and $11 per package.
Affected count
About 2.1 million packages in the United States and an additional 1.9 million in Canada
Injuries reported
There have been 21 reports of incidents of hot liquid and/or coffee grounds spraying onto consumers and bystanders, including four reports of second-degree burn injuries. One injury involved 2-year-old girl from Canada who received second-degree burns to her face.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Tassimo espresso T Discs
Consumer contact
For additional information, visit www.tassimodirect.com and click on Safety Recall at the bottom of the page or call the firm toll-free at (855) 843-2487 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Tassimo-Espresso-T-Discs-Recalled-by-Kraft-Foods-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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