July 18, 2007
Atico International USA is recalling its Signature Gourmet and Kitchen Gourmet 12-cup coffeemakers.
The coffeemaker can ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a fire hazard.
Atico International USA, Inc. has received 14 reports of electrical failures, including six reports in which the unit ignited causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
The coffeemaker is white with a glass coffeepot. Signature Gourmet or Kitchen Gourmet is printed on the front of the unit. The Model Number (XQ-673B), Item Number (W14A4984) and date code are located on the bottom of the unit. Only units with date codes from May 2003 (0503) through July 2006 (0706) are affected by this recall.
The units were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide from August 2003 through December 2006. The Signature Gourmet model sold for about $16 and the Kitchen Gourmet model sold for about $10. They were made in China.
Consumers should stop using the recalled coffeemakers immediately and contact Atico International USA for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Atico International USA toll-free at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the companys Web site at www.aticousa.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
