CPSC, Krups Announce Recall of Coffeemakers
USCPSC, Krups Announce Recall of Coffeemakers
Recalling Firm: Krups North America, of Closter, N.J.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An electrical connection in these coffeemakers can overheat and ignite the filter basket support, presenting a risk of fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The automatic drip coffeemakers were sold under the Krups brand name. The 10-cup coffeemakers have a switch for selecting 1-3 cups or 4-10 cups, and a "Stop N' Serve" feature. Only models 398 with a black or white exterior and 405 with a simulated wood-grain exterior are included in this recall. The model numbers are on the bottom of the coffeemaker.
Affected Products
Krups automatic coffeemakers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Krups-Announce-Recall-of-Coffeemakers |
| Title | CPSC, Krups Announce Recall of Coffeemakers |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/krups.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Krups automatic coffeemaker |
| Hazards › Name | An electrical connection in these coffeemakers can overheat and ignite the filter basket support, presenting a risk of fire and burn hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | Krups has received 37 reports of the coffeemakers overheating, including 12 reports of fire and smoke damage to cabinets, countertops and surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Krups automatic coffeemakers |
| Products › Type | Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles |
| Products › Category I D | 1890 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 218,000 |
| Recall I D | 881 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately and contact Krups North America, to receive a free replacement coffeemaker. |
| Retailers › Name | Department, appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the coffeemakers, from January 1996 through April 2000, for about $95. |
| Recall Date | 2001-07-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | The automatic drip coffeemakers were sold under the Krups brand name. The 10-cup coffeemakers have a switch for selecting 1-3 cups or 4-10 cups, and a "Stop N' Serve" feature. Only models 398 with a black or white exterior and 405 with a simulated wood-grain exterior are included in this recall. The model numbers are on the bottom of the coffeemaker. |
| Recall Number | 01195 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Krups North America, of Closter, N.J. |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers may contact Krups North America at (800) 526-5377 between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET or visit www.krupsusa.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-03-16T00:00:00 |
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