Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Black & Decker® Brand Coffeemaker for Fire Hazard

Recall Date
2006-06-06
Manufacturer
Applica Consumer Products Inc., of Miramar, Fla.
Units Affected
About 420,000

Products Involved

Black & Decker® Brand Thermal Coffeemaker

Hazard

The coffeemaker may not turn off as programmed, causing the unit to overheat and melt, and posing a risk of fire and burn injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica for instructions on receiving a replacement Black & Decker® Brand household product.

Reported Injuries

Applica has received 14 reports of the coffeemakers overheating. This resulted in one report of a minor burn, and 12 reports of minor property damage to kitchen cabinets, countertops and floors.

Sold At

Home improvement and discount department retailers nationwide from March 2004 through April 2006, for about $40.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

The recalled coffeemakers make up to 8 cups of coffee and have a programmable countertop feature. The coffeemakers are silver and black with a stainless steel carafe. Model numbers TCM800 and TCM805 are printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the coffeemaker.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28