Keurig® has recalled about 6.6 million (U.S.) and 564,000 (Canada) of their MINI Plus Brewing Systems for a potential burn hazard. During operation, water can overheat during brewing and spray out and burn consumers.
The company has already received about 200 reports of hot liquid escaping from the brewer, including 90 incidences involving burn-related injuries. Consumers should stop using the product, and contact Keurig for a free repair. While waiting for the free repair, consumers can also contact Keurig about steps to avoid a burn injury.
The recall pertains to Keurig® MINI Plus Brewing System with model number K10 (previously identified as model number B31). Recalled brewers have an identification number starting with “31” followed by a range of numbers printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the brewer. They are single-serve, hot beverage brewers and were sold in 13 different colors with silver trim. Colors include black, red, white, cobalt blue, aqua blue, purple, platinum, emerald, yellow, orchid, bayberry, mauve and poinciana. The recalled brewers measure about 11 inches tall, have a “Brew” button, three cup size brewing options (6 oz., 8 oz. and 10 oz.), and a removable drip tray. The water tank is located on top of the unit towards the back. K10 is marked on the packaging. Recalled units were produced between December 2009 and July 2014, and purchased from either Kmart, Kohl’s, Target, Walmart and other retailers nationwide. They were also purchased online at www.keurig.com, www.greenmountaincoffee.com and www.keurig.ca from December 2009 t0 December 2014. Approximate price – $100.
Keurig Green Mountain Inc. of Waterbury, Vt.
toll-free at (844) 255-7886
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday or Sunday or online at www.keurig.com and click on “Product Recall” for more information.
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