Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of 9,800 Black & Decker Thermal Coffeemakers. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. The coffeemakers can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

This recall involves Black & Decker 8-cup programmable thermal coffeemakers. Model number TCM1000IKT is printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the coffeemaker. They have been sold at Walmart and small retail stores nationwide from April 2008 through July 2009 for between $50 and $65.

Consumer should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica to receive a free replacement household product.

For additional information, contact Applica at (866) 699-4595 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.acprecall.com.