900,000 dangerous coffee makers recalled

May 20, 2010

The General Electric®-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers were sold for about $30 at Wal-mart Stores nationwide since March 2008. Wal-mart has received 83 reports of overheating, smoking, melting, burning and fire, including three reports of minor burn injuries to consumer's hands, feet and torso. Reports of property damage include a significant kitchen fire and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall.

I This recall involves General Electric®-brand 12-cup coffee makers sold in white or black. The digital coffee maker has programmable functions and plastic housing. The GE logo is printed on the base of the coffee maker and the model number is printed on the bottom of the base. Model numbers included in the recall are 169164 (black) and 169165 (white).

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.

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