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Product Recall
IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards
IMUSA’s Espresso Makers GAU - 18200 (black)
Espresso makers
Recall Date: November 30th, 2016
Units: About 17,500
Hazards: The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup, posing an impact injury risk to a bystander.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.
Description
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.
Images:
IMUSA’s Espresso Makers GAU - 18200 (black)
IMUSA’s Espresso Maker GAU - 18201 (gray and black)
Model number and date code locations
Consumer Contact:
IMUSA toll-free at 844-750-4165 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.imusausa.com and click on “Recall” at the top of the page for more information.Injuries:
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.
Retailers:
Kmart, Sears, Target and other stores nationwide from July 2014 through November 2014 for between $30 and $45.
Importers:
IMUSA USA, LLC, of Doral, Fla.
