Coffee Makers Recalled by Sears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Source: CPSC Recall #08372
Recall Date
2008-08-26
Manufacturer
Kmart Corp., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., Sears, Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., the great indoors, of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Units Affected
About 145,000
Products Involved
Kenmore and Kenmore Elite Coffee Makers
Hazard
The wiring in the coffee maker can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the coffee makers and take them to their nearest Sears or Kmart store to obtain a free replacement coffee maker.
Reported Injuries
Sears has received 20 reports of coffee makers overheating, including 12 fires, causing damage to counter tops, cabinet damage, and plastic melting on the floor. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Sears, Sears Hardware, the great indoors, and Kmart stores nationwide, as well as Sears.com and Kmart.com, from August 2007 through April 2008 for between $30 and $100.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves 12-cup Kenmore coffee makers sold in black, white, and red with the following model numbers: 100.80006 (black), 100.81006 (white), and 100.82006 (red). The recall also involves 12-cup Kenmore Elite coffee makers with thermal carafe (model number 100.90007) and 14-cup Kenmore Elite coffee makers (model number 100.90006). The model number can be found on the bottom of the unit. There is a Kenmore or Kenmore Elite logo on the front bottom of the maker.
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