Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #12191
Recall Date
2012-06-01
Manufacturer
Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.
Units Affected
About 159,000
Products Involved
Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers
Hazard
The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 1,276 reports of handles breaking, including 68 reports of burns and/or cuts.
Sold At
Major retailers nationwide from July 2008 through May 2012 for about $50-80.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Black & Decker® brand 12-cup coffeemakers designed to mount under a cabinet. Available in either white or black models, the words "BLACK & DECKER® SPACEMAKER™" are printed in the top right-hand corner. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom. The recall includes model numbers SDC740, SDC740B, SDC740BR, SDC740C, SDC740DIS, SDC740R, SDC750, SDC750C and SDC750DIS. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir.
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