Cracked Carafes Prompt Bodum to Recall 5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers After Dozens of Reported Burn Injuries
Which models are affected
The recall includes Bodum 8-ounce and 12-ounce French presses with replaceable carafes. The models named are Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper and Kenya. The CPSC announcement contains further product descriptions. The recall applies nationwide, according to the commission.
What owners should do
Owners should check whether a carafe is visibly cracked or damaged. The article advises not using a recalled coffee maker and disposing of it. A Bodum representative told CBS News that the company is not currently issuing refunds to consumers.
Changes planned for products
Bodum said future French presses will come with a plastic stirring spoon and an additional warning label. The recall notice describes a risk of serious burn injuries, and the headline reports dozens of burn injuries.
Key points
- Bodum has recalled 5.9 million French press coffee makers nationwide.
- The recall covers listed 8-ounce and 12-ounce models with replaceable carafes.
- Check for visible damage, stop using an affected coffee maker and dispose of it.
- Bodum is not currently offering consumer refunds, a representative told CBS News.