Bodum USA Recalls 5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers with Replaceable Glass Carafes Due to Risk of Serious Burn Injury
Reported by CPSC · October 29 at 12:00 AM · Summary by Wall & Wick
Bodum USA is recalling about 5.9 million French press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes across eight model lines, including Bistro, Brazil, Chambord and Kenya. The carafes can break during use, and the company has logged 70 breakage reports, 48 of them involving burns.
Background
A recall is a company's step to remove a product from homes or stores when it poses a safety risk. In the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission oversees these actions, and federal law generally bars selling a product under an active recall. Glass cookware can weaken from thermal stress or scratches, which is why damaged pieces are usually retired.
Why it matters
A French press is a common kitchen item, and a shattering carafe can cause scalds and cuts right where people prepare and pour their morning coffee.
What you can do
Check the frame or lid for the Bodum name and the model list on the recall site, and stop using metal utensils in the carafe. Stop using any cracked carafe and contact Bodum for a plastic stirring spoon and warning label.
Written by Wall & Wick from the report by CPSC. Background is general information, not advice about your home; if you are worried, call your vet.
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