IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 17-040 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- November 30, 2016
- Brand
- IMUSA
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Espresso makers
- Hazard
- Impact and Burn Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Replace
- Units
- About 17,500
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- November 30, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves IMUSA espresso makers. The black or gray and black espresso makers have model numbers GAU-18200 and GAU-18201. The caps on the recalled espresso makers have date codes "201407" to "201411" The model number and date code are printed on a rating label on the bottom of the espresso maker. "IMUSA" is printed on the on front of the espresso maker.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Espresso makers · About 17,500 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Kmart, Sears, Target and other stores nationwide from July 2014 through November 2014 for between $30 and $45.; IMUSA USA, LLC, of Doral, Fla..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received 43 incidents including one report of a consumer who sustained burns to his hand from steam escaping through a crack in the cap.
Consumer contact
IMUSA toll-free at 844-750-4165 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@bowlesverna.com or online at www.imusausa.com and click on "Recall" at the top of the page for more information.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Espresso makers (About 17,500 units). This recall involves IMUSA espresso makers.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Impact and Burn Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.
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