CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers
Published: April 22, 2004Recall ID: 04126Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom.
Affected Products
Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Hamilton-Beach-Announce-Recall-of-EspressoCappuccino-Makers- |
| Title | CPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/hamilton-cappuccino.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Maker |
| Hazards › Name | The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk. |
| Injuries › Name | Hamilton Beach has received 10 reports of burst steam tubes, one of which included a minor burn. |
| Products › Name | Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers |
| Products › Type | Espresso/Cappuccino Makers |
| Products › Category I D | 1932 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 20,160 |
| Recall I D | 2606 |
| Remedies › Name | Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers. |
| Retailers › Name | Internet retailers and discount department stores nationwide, from March 2003 through March 2004, for approximately $70. |
| Recall Date | 2004-04-22T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom. |
| Recall Number | 04126 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia |
| Consumer Contact | Hamilton Beach toll-free at 800-851-8900, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET), or visit www.hamiltonbeach.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-02-07T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Overview
- Recalling FirmHamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia