Atico International USA Recalls Coffeemakers Sold Exclusively at Walgreens Due to Fire Hazard
Fire
The hazard
The coffeemaker can ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents reported: 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.
What to do now
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
About this recall
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.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC