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CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of Percolators

This recall was issued July 11, 2001.

Company
Atico International Usa Inc., Of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Posted
July 11, 2001
Recall Number
01187
Quantity
About 198,000
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

If the thermostat fails, the plastic housing of the percolator can overheat and melt while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Action Taken

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Product Images

Recalled electric percolators
Recalled electric percolators

Incidents & Injuries

Atico has received six reports of fires, as a result of overheating with these percolators, resulting in minor property damage to kitchen counters and cabinets. There have been two reports of minor burns to the hand.

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