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Reviewed Feb. 27, 2010
I own 2 Cuisanart coffee makers that grinds the coffee beans for you and I woke up to coffee everywhere. I tried it again and I woke up to the same big mess.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2010
First of all, the Cuisinart Griddler Gourmet resulted in severe burn to my wrist. It is almost impossible to open the grill without contacting the arm to the hot cooking plates.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2010
The coffee pot (Model DCC-1100) came on as usual at 6:11 am. By 7 am, it started making noise, like sparking inside, and smoke started to come out of the back from where the cord enters. I unplugged it and moved it off my counter top to a cutting board, but it continued to smoke and make noise until I poured water in the back where the cord enters it. The smoke filled my kitchen and permeated throughout my home. It then created that burning plastic, burning wire smell. The paint on the heat plate burned off as well.
I was lucky that I was sitting right there. I was convinced that there would have been a serious fire. It was very scary. After work, I called Cuisinart and they immediately asked what physical damage occurred. As if they knew all about this, I told them just smoke and odor in my home. As soon as I said no flames, he said, oh just a puff of smoke! I got quite upset with them over that, minimizing what would have been a very serious issue! They offered to have me send it back to them and they would replace it or send me a Cuisinart credit. Since I would never own one of their coffee pots again, I took the credit. But not so easy, pack it up, they would pick it up, and then after they examine it, they will send me a credit. I'm not willing to go to all that trouble for their convenience, so I will return it to the department store where I purchased it, not more than 3 months ago. They (Macy's) were 100% apologetic and was very helpful on the phone. They will give me store credit for whatever I want to purchase.
As far as Cuisinart is concerned, I told them that they were lucky that I wasn't going to calling and tell them they caused my house to burn down. I found the call and customer service to be less than friendly, almost rude! They should recall these products. Cuisinart coffee pots cause fires! Smoke and strong odor in my home from the burning plastic and wires! I am lucky!
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2010
I purchased the Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender. My first time using this, I was unaware it had such a trigger sensitive off/on switch. After blending my cream spinach, I removed the blender with my left hand (blender was in off position), and removed mixture with right hand when it unexpectedly turned on and sliced my index finger to the bone, resulting in 16-18 outside stitches and unknown inside stitches and possible permanent nerve and tendon damage. Later, after removal of stitches, I used it again. Being extremely careful, I blended a protein drink. I removed it with one hand and before I could unplug it with other hand it switched on again!
Later that day, I called the company for the second time to make sure my reports of the dangers of this appliance were heard. The first time I was asked about injuries etc. and offered apologies. The second call, I spoke with Morgan. He again took information and asked if I previously filed a claim. A claim was not mentioned before. He said he would send the information to claims dept. and I would hear from a claims adjuster in 1-3 days. Three days have passed and no calls yet. I want to warn everyone of this dangerous switch that can turn on with the slightest touch. This needs to be recalled and made safer. Please be aware!
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2010
Blender puts black residue into drinks and is unsafe. Customer service will do nothing. There is only an address to write to and will not take my information to have company call me or email me. Cuisinart produces throw away product. They do not stand behind so I hope that consumers throw them away on a permanent basis for all products lines which is what I have done. Cuisinart lost a customer for life!
Reviewed Jan. 28, 2010
I am a FIA credit card holder. With this card you accumulate points. With my points, I purchased a 9-piece Cuisinart cookware set. The product comes with a warranty. Within the month after I received them, the coating started peeling off the surfaces. I contacted my credit card company, and they took down all the information and stated someone would be getting back in touch with me to address the situation.
I waited and waited, but there's no call. I called back, and they would pull my records and saw that I had called. They apologized that no one called me back, took down more info, and once again, I was told someone would call me back. Again, the waiting game. Again, no one called back. Again, I called again to be told the same story again. This started in November 2009 and has continued over to 2010 to be told finally in January that I had to call the company direct. I was given a number to Cuisinart. I contacted them. This was my first time being told this.
I called and got a woman who would not give me her name, because she replied why she can't do anything for you. She informed me that at my expense, I had to send back the pots and pans for them to evaluate. If found not defective, I had to pay to have them sent back to me. I informed her that these were my only pots and pans to cook with. She told me I had to either buy a replacement set or send them back one pan at a time.
I told her I have three kids, two of which are disabled, and a husband. We need to eat. We are like everyone else. I have no money to send them back, let alone buy another set. If I did, I would have discarded this set and bought a new one. That is why I used my points from my credit card.
Needless to say, that was the end of the phone call. She stated I had these two choices. I found this to be outrageous. Everyone is doing the best they can using things like points, coupons, etc., etc., just to make ends meet. I have defective pots and pans; their coating is coming off. I have been jacked around from the credit card on to the company.
Needless to say, I do not use my credit card anymore. I believe that is the reason why they would not help me out; they never sent my complaint. I have been trying to resolve this situation. All I want is pots and pans free of the coating peeling off. This is my last resort to inform you of my situation, as no one else wants to help me out unless it costs me.
Reviewed Jan. 24, 2010
Yes, my Cuisinart coffeemaker was bad too. You cannot add the proper amount (not excessive) of grounds without the basin overflowing. Then the grounds clog the outflow aperture, then the coffee just pours all over your counter, down the cabinets, across the floor. So you can make 6 cups of coffee, not 10. The lid is hard to use and pours coffee so slowly. I hate this coffeemaker.
Reviewed Jan. 24, 2010
I have a complaint about the Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill CCM-16PC1. I got this as a gift. The product continually jams and does not grind. When it works, it produces coffee with a burnt taste to it. This is the third Cuisinart product in a row that has been bad. The prior two were an automatic grind coffee maker (the one implicated in so many fires) and a 4 slice toaster that began to malfunction within a few months of purchase. I don't bother with the non-existent service anymore. I will return this one to the store. My 15 year and older Cuisinart products are all great and still going strong! This used to be a great brand, now it seems to be some MBA's and marketing folks. Too bad.
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2010
This is my second Cuisinart DCC-2000 Coffee-On-Demand machine. The first failed for the same reason, 18 months ago. The timer/clock chip appears to malfunction. You set the time and brew time, and a short while later, it has reverted to the 12PM initial setting. Even if you wait until you get up, and manually turn it on, the auto off timer may set itself to zero, and turn your coffee off, as soon as it is finished. This thing is now a piece of stainless steel junk in my kitchen.
The customer service rep told me that it was now out of warranty, and they would not replace the unit. Note that this unit retails for $100. It should not have this type of failure in 18 months. I don't know if others have had similar problems, but two units failing the same way in about the same time period, may not be a large sample, but for me it is a 100% failure rate, and is indicative of some kind of major quality problem with the clock/timer chip. I should have had a coffeemaker that would provide my coffee when I get up each morning. Instead, I will be purchasing a new machine.
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2010
Customer service department informed me my product was out of warranty. Get this scenario: Bought Burr grinder ($100) in 2007. It lasted two weeks (grinding 2# of coffee). Motor burned up. Sent back for replacement. Waited nine weeks. Got the replacement, put it on the shelf for six months. Pulled it out. It ground half of coffee and again the motor burned out. Turns out the warranty goes back to the original unit, not the replacement.
So my replacement basically has no warranty! Never will I buy any product under any circumstances from them. Warranty on replacement should have been valid for one year since replaced, not one year from purchase of the first defective unit. Obviously, their warranty only protects them, not their customer. Totally bad consumer product. Product useless, smelled of burned wiring. Throwing it out in the trash since Cuisinart does not back their products.
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2010
We have used the Grind, and brew the coffee pot for years. Finally, we had to buy a new one about six months ago. Last night at about 11:30pm, it turned itself on and nearly started a fire. Luckily, we were home, awake, and have granite countertops. As I investigate further, it is apparent that you are aware of this problem with your product and have done nothing, not even warning the people who have bought your product to unplug it when it's not in use.
This is a health and safety issue that needs to be addressed promptly. At this point, when the product is causing property loss and before serious physical injury, is the time to take care of the issue. If someone is harmed by this product, and it's known that you knew and did nothing, it puts a steep liability issue in the hands of a court room.
Reviewed Jan. 17, 2010
I bought a Cuisinart Stand Mixer SM-55 in Feb. 2009 and found it's very loud. The mixer was sent back for repair in Sept. 2009 as the machine shut off automatically without any reason but came back with extra problem. The mixer head can't be pushed back to lock position. Obviously the technician who took care of my mixer didn't even test it before sending it back. So I had to send it back again. I called the customer service to see when I can have it back and if they can speed up the process. "Unfortunately, there is nothing I can do," is the answer I got from a technical supervisor.
I got my mixer back from the second repair on January 5, 2010 but I couldn't believe my eyes! The mixer was shipped back with the problem remaining. Ever since the first repair, the mixer has become totally useless. Even my 11-year-old son can tell the mixer hasn't been repaired from the second trip! I called the customer service again and the staff told me it has been repaired. I have wasted so much time on calling the customer service that the mixer head has been damaged by the Cuisinart technicians.
All I want is to have Cuisinart fix it. Cuisinart shipped it back only with an extra label, "Inspected", on the mixer. The booklet clearly says that under warranty, if it can't be repaired, Cuisinart will replace it. What is the warranty Cuisinart offers? Nothing. I gave up trying to contact Cuisinart customer service as I realize that it won't do any help.
Reviewed Jan. 10, 2010
My daughter purchased another Cuisinart coffee pot in N. Carolina, and sent it as a replacement for the previous one that had again broken. I love product, but they don't last long! I returned the 3rd, or probably 4th, coffee pot to the States, with my complaints, and also included facts about my sister's coffee pot (3rd broken) Postage to return was very expensive, and I politely waited for a return call, which I have not, after approx. 6 months, received. I find this deplorable, and now I should like some answers. Does Cuisinart not stand by its name, and back their products? I should appreciate the courtesy of an answer to my complaints, and if [they] cannot fix the coffee-pot I returned, send it back to me. I shall bring it to Consumer Affairs, and broadcast my concerns to others. Would appreciate a reply, thanks, in advance; look forward to hearing from them.
Reviewed Jan. 10, 2010
We have a dcc 1200 Coffee maker. It has a totally different switch than any we can find on line. The switch does not function properly. The ones I see on line have a toggle switch. Ours has a switch that you turn left for on and right for off. It does not remain in off or on position. It returns to the middle. At first it worked fine. Now it will cut itself off part way through the brew cycle. We purchased it from Sam’s. I have a feeling it was found to be a problem- the switch- and instead of what I call a bounce back switch the toggle switch was installed on later editions to correct the problem we have. I find it strange that we cannot find a Cuisinart site that displays our specific style with the bounce back switch. It does make me suspicious of ever buying anything by Cuisinart again.
Reviewed Jan. 5, 2010
The following is the email I sent to Cuisinart. I wish I had found this site before purchasing several of their products! I purchased my Cuisinart PowerBlend Duet Blender/Food Processor over one year ago but due to illness and hospitalizations, I was not able to use it until recently. I have noticed that it emits a burning odor whenever I use it and am seriously concerned that it may be a fire hazard. I am writing to ask if there are any known recalls or problems with the motor on this appliance. I love the way it looks and matches with the other Cuisinart appliances on my counter. However, the burning smell has made me quite apprehensive about using it. I have not been able to locate my receipt and fear that it may be past the warranty at any rate. I purchased the appliance at a military base exchange and cannot exchange it at this point. I am not hopeful about getting a helpful solution to this issue, after reading the postings here.
Reviewed Dec. 31, 2009
In 2009, I bought a Cuisinart DLC-8S Pro-Custom 11 cup food processor. After 30 days, the engine squeaked with normal use. Cuisinart said I had to pay $10 plus shipping and send in the engine. I couldn't wait 4-6 weeks, so I bought a whole new unit. The new unit also squeaked. I have owned at least 4 other Cuisinart food processors and they never squeaked with normal use, until now. I don't think they will fix the problem, because it only squeaks when actually processing food. Each time, it started to squeak after the 30-day return policy. I only own 1 squeaky processor, because I trashed the first squeaky engine since I thought the new one was okay until 30 days or so went by. Now I have to buy another one, just so I have something to use while I ship my squeaky engine to Cuisinart.
Reviewed Dec. 30, 2009
I received a CPT-160 2 slice toaster as a gift ($60) from my son. I returned the first one (locally) but the second had the same deficiencies. It toasts only on one side and toasts very unevenly. If you select bagel, it toasts both sides. Darkest setting does not toast enough and has to be reset and watched, as the full time would be too much with crumbs all over the place, etc. I will not bother to contact Cuisinart, as it sounds like it is a waste of time. I was shocked after reading the other very serious and even dangerous/physical damage complaints that went unresolved. I don't see how they are getting away with this! I will never personally buy another Cuisinart product.
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2009
My husband received a Cuisinart Grind and Brew for Christmas sometime in the early 2000s. We've had it all this time with no complaints. As I'm sure you're aware, the product includes a clock and in the instruction manual it claims to be safe if left plugged in. I sit now in my car, staring at the rubble of ground zero. The coffee pot is determined to be the cause of the fire that burned down my life just four days ago on Dec. 22nd. We have two small boys, one 5 and one 5 months, who lost most of their belongings to heat and smoke damage. My beloved cat of 8 years perished along with my sons' three pet turtles and a fish we've had for two years.
I'm a barista at a coffee shop up the street from our little ash heap, so we haven't even actually used the product in about three weeks; the coffee pot remained plugged in solely for the convenience of the clock.
When I called, at first, the woman was very rude to me and explained to me (in a very ugly and bothersome tone) that to help me, she would need my model number. After she realized what had occurred, she was very apologetic, but still not very helpful. She said that she could submit a claim to corporate and they would contact me in two to three business days, but my life was ripped away from me, I want to talk to someone now!
I did notice on the Cuisinart website that they have not formally recalled the product that we owned but did discontinue it. They were unable to locate our registration card to add to the pile of insufferable inconveniences.
Please unplug your coffee makers, even if it says that it is safe otherwise. We found out the hard way how easily it is to become a statistic in a corporate risk analysis.
Reviewed Dec. 23, 2009
I recently received a Cuisinart DGB-900 series Automatic Burr Grind Thermal Coffeemaker. I owned a grind and brew basic coffeemaker with glass pot and loved it. I thought I would upgrade and purchase a newer model and thought it would also be fabulous. I have followed the directions and pre-programmed the new item thinking I would wake up in the morning to a fresh brewed pot of coffee and found out just the opposite. My previous maker could also be pre-programmed and when I got up in the morning, I had a steaming hot cup of coffee. Thinking that this Burr and Grind would really keep my coffee hot, I discovered that the previous maker had a heating plate and a glass pot. This new unit has a "resting plate" not a heating plate, and the only way to keep this coffee hot is to preheat the thermal pot prior to making a new pot. Pre-programming makes this impossible; therefore, the pre-programming is neither useful nor practical.
When I called Cuisinart, I was told that the "only way to keep coffee hot with this model is to preheat the pot and not pre-program." The book of instructions never mentioned the problem with keeping coffee hot when it is brewed before waking in the morning. I was also told that the glass pot model does have a "heating" unit and this model does not. I am stuck with a unit costing $189.00 and no receipt to return it to the store. I loved Cuisinart but this unit is not what it is stated to be.
Reviewed Dec. 21, 2009
I had a Cuisinart Grind & Brew and had nothing but trouble with it. When I poured the coffee, it ran down my arm and onto the counter. It never beeped when the coffee was ready. The cord had a short in it, etc. Cuisinart would not help me out other than have me send in the coffeepot to them, pay the postage myself and wait at least 8-10 weeks for a replacement or for it to be repaired. I didn't want a repaired one so I decided to take it back to the store where I bought it 5 months prior. I had the original sales receipt and the store gave me my money back with no questions asked. The store told me all they have to do is submit the claim to Cuisinart and they will be reimbursed for the coffeemaker. I only tell you this because if you still have the receipt and are having problems, try taking the coffeemaker or other Cuisinart product back to the store for a refund or replacement.
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2009
We have purchased two Cuisinart products. One is the Cuisinart Coffee pot model DCC 2000. The other is the Cuisinart Griddler. We have had the coffee pot for approximately 4 months before it stopped working. Cuisinart related that they would send us a new one in 8-10 weeks. They wanted us to cut off the cord due to it being a fire hazard. It has been 14 weeks now, and still no new coffee pot. Our Griddler malfunctioned and the bottom cover plate fell off exposing the wires. Apparently, the unit overheats and melted the bottom plastic of the unit. Cuisinart again told us that they would send out a replacement unit. They wanted us to mail them this bad unit at first but agreed to send the new one first. We are still waiting for both replacements. I feel that both units are a fire hazard and can start a fire. I have photos of the Griddler and they can be emailed to you. Please help. The products need to be recalled before they cause a problem or fire.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2009
I got Cuisinart coffeemaker, self-grinder with carafe pot, as a gift from my elderly mother. All this pot does is drip coffee all over my counters and ruined my grout. I called Cuisinart and they are terrible with customer service. They could care less. When I mentioned my problem, the CSR seemed to know exactly the problem; that so many people have this problem with the lid and the stopper that they are on backorder for the parts. I was told I could pay them more money and when they get more parts, they will send it out to me all at additional costs to me. I told them I didn't have these troubles with Mr. Coffee and they hung up on me.
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Reviewed Sept. 3, 2009
My fiancee bought me a brand new Cuisinart DC-2000 coffeemaker for my birthday almost 2 years ago. I never really had any problems with it until this morning, when I went to brew my coffee. It just stopped working. I'm not one to expect appliances to last for 20 years, but I mean for a really nice machine that was valued at over $100, I would expect to get more than 2 years out of the machine!
Reviewed Sept. 3, 2009
We received the Cuisinart model #DCC2000 as a Christmas gift in 2008. The coffeemaker does not work anymore and lasted a whole 8 months. I know my mother-in-law paid over $100.00 for this Cuisinart. I do not know what to do or who to contact.
Reviewed Sept. 2, 2009
This about the Cuisinart coffee maker DCC-2000. This is the fourth pot I have been through. It's always the same problem; it just stops working. The first three were replaced with no problem. This last one, they won't replace because they based the warranty on the original unit, which is four years ago. That doesn't seem fair to me. I paid over $100 for the original unit and have had to have it replaced three times. That's ridiculous. I will never buy anything Cuisinart again. They know this unit is a problem so they should take it out of production. I know two other people that have the same unit and the same problem. What can I do to get my coffee maker replaced?
Reviewed Aug. 31, 2009
I purchased a Cuisinart 10-cup Automatic Grind & Brew coffeemaker (serial # 71105H; model # DGB300). It lasted less than one year when the grinder quit working. I called Cuisinart and they sent me a new one after paying a $10 shipping charge. Now the second one has failed with the same problem. My mother has the exact same coffeemaker and she is on her third one! This coffeemaker is defective and should not be sold or used as a replacement! I will never purchase any Cuisinart product. I paid $100 for a faulty coffeemaker and $10 in shipment for a replacement.
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2009
I purchased a Cuisinart Blender approximately three years ago. I only used it maybe 12 times in three years. I turned it on and it sounded weird and then acrid white smoke poured from its base as the motor burned up. I emailed Cuisinart multiple times. They want me to pay to ship it both ways so they can "fix" it. I won't do it. This is a substandard product and they should back it up, but no one in "customer service" wants to hear anything about Cuisinart taking care of this. If I want this thing fixed, I have to pay. Needless to say, I am done with Cuisinart forever. I will send some additional letters to company executives though, letting them know my displeasure.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2009
I purchased the coffee maker, model # DCC 2200, approximately one year ago. I make one pot of coffee about 4 out of 7 days per week. I spent a lot of money because of the Cuisinart name and I wanted it to last. One morning, it just stopped working. I believe the maker should last for a good many years considering it only makes one pot of coffee 4 out of 7 days. I have read online the same complaints with the same model number. I think it should be recalled and allow me to return it to the store that I purchased it and not be told to send it back at a cost to me. I will not purchase any product again from Cuisinart and I will not recommend that anyone else does either.
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2009
I received a Cuisinart DCC2000 coffeemaker as a Christmas present. The warranty was for 3 years and it stopped working after 2. It just quit working. So, I returned it to the company, paying $10 shipping and they sent me a new unit. Well after 1 year, the second unit quit just like the first. I called them and they said the new unit is covered under the old warranty, so it is out of warranty. Never will I buy anything Cuisinart again.
Reviewed Aug. 13, 2009
This is my second coffeemaker in 2 years! The first one dripped water continuously. I called and had to send it back and they replaced it with a new one. The second one started popping the GFCI. And now it just doesn't work. We haven't even had it for one year yet. I will not waste my time calling them again. I will not buy Cusinart products anymore. According to consumer complaints, there is a real problem here! There should be a recall. Cuisinart had a great reputation years and years ago. Not anymore. I have zero trust in Cuisinart now. I will go out today and buy another coffeemaker that will last. This is ridiculous. Do not buy shoddy Cuisinart products. You will be entering your complaint here on this forum.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2009
I purchased this product (Cuisinart DCC1000 12 cup coffeemaker) two years ago. When it was new, I thought the plastic taste in the coffee was normal. Now after two years, it is the same. And that is not normal. I have replaced it, but wonder if all the models have the same problem.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2009
My Cuisinart coffee pot stopped working and I noticed the plug cover on the wall as all black where the coffee pot was plugged into. I called their customer service and all they said was the warranty had run out and there was nothing they could do. I said it could have caused a fire - and how can they let other people have this unit with no warning or recall and still give the same unconcerned response? I was reminded again there was nothing they could do.
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2009
My Cuisinart Coffee Maker Model #DCC-2200 started to smoke very, very bad. It had been on for approx. 1-1/2 hours and had about 1/3 pot of coffee still remaining in the pot. The unit had started popping and then had an electrical burning smell and then a lot of smoke, enough smoke to fill my entire 11' x 20' kitchen with smoke. I snatched plug out of the wall and took the very hot unit outside and put it on the ground. The Cuisinart company, when I called them, wanted me to send the unit to them along with a $10 check and they would send me a new unit. I advised the lady on phone that my concern was not so much about getting a new one as it was that I was getting ready to leave my house with my wife still in the shower and it could have caught the house on fire. I advised the lady that this seems to be odd, to let Cuisinart take the unit and just send another one out.
Reviewed July 29, 2009
This unit has numerous complaints about this unit on the internet. Apparently, many other people have had the same problem - the coffee maker just stops working. We received the maker as a gift for our wedding less than three years ago. According to Cuisinart, the serial number refers to a unit that is out of warranty. When I asked about other customers returning units, the rep stated that they have had many returned for that same problem. We were expecting at least an exchange since there is a known problem with the unit, but instead the rep stated that they would do nothing. When asked if they cared that they were losing a Cuisinart customer, they seemed as if they could care less. I will buy from their competitors from now on.
Reviewed July 23, 2009
I am currently on my 3rd Cuisinart toaster oven and am very disappointed in the Cuisinart product! I paid over $100 for this toaster oven and on all three ovens, the door will not stay shut; therefore, the toast and food never cooks evenly! On top of this, the inside of the oven's teflon coating on the walls bubbles up and flakes off. How dangerous is this!? I could see if I had a defective model, but I have sent it back twice and have a third one and they are all doing the same thing! Keep in mind, this is the 3rd toaster oven I have had in three years! I think I will go back to purchasing the Black and Decker models. The last one I had lasted 15 years! It's sad that such a big popular name as Cuisinart has such bad service and appliances! I will never purchase another thing from them again! Hopeless and pissed off! I can't afford another toaster right now and do you happen to know the physical effects of the peeling of the inner wall of the toaster oven can have on your health?!
Reviewed July 18, 2009
I purchased a Cuisinart toaster model CPT180 when I was in Texas City, Texas but live in a small town 5 1/2 hours from there that has no malls or large stores. This toaster on one side never did toast bread on both sides and then quit latching down at all. So now it is only a 2-slice toaster instead of 4. I think that for a pretty pricy toaster, it should work longer and better than it has. A $10.00 toaster works so much better. I will never buy another Cuisinart product and when calling about this, they did not seem to care at all. All I have heard about Cuisinart is bad. I wish I had looked online before making that $80.00 purchase.
Reviewed June 17, 2009
I purchased an expensive model, stainless steel with insulated carafe. First thing I noticed was the button latch that held the coffee grinds didn't catch well. Needless to say, as coffee would brew, it would swing open. What a mess. The neck on the top of carafe was cracked, which I had to glue back into place.
Coffee never stays hot for more than 1/2 an hour in thermal carafe. More work than it's worth as I have to ensure that side button that hold the basket clicks, so I do it manually as a double check. I have to microwave coffee to have a hot cup. Shame on a company like Cuisinart that would put out defective products and not recall defects, making us seem like we are all more of the exception than the rule. I'm ready to toss it. I got hand burned a few times when I had to make a mad rush to click in the basket as hot water was spilling out of machine because the side snap click holder of basket is defective.
Reviewed June 5, 2009
I own several Cuisinart household appliances, and even though they are expensive, the Cuisinart name used to speak for itself in the durability and high quality product you were receiving. But then again, I never had to deal with the warranty issue until now. I paid $100.00 for an all-black matte finish Cuisinart coffeemaker less than year ago. Recently, I noticed the so-called durable black matte finish that withstands daily use was coming off the burner, and thus, causing the stainless steel underneath to rust. Not to worry, I was still under the 3-year warranty. So I emailed Cuisinart.com who told me to contact Consumer Canada who would help me. I was in for a rude awakening. Cindy whom I spoke to at Consumer Canada did not take down any information. She just asked for my name and phone number and the problem. I told her about the black matte finish coming out and Cindy kept insisting the burner was stainless steel, not black, and I kept telling her I know what my coffee pot looks like and I gave her the number of it and offered to send her the online website that shows picture and description. Cindy was having none of that. Cusinart did not cover cosmetic damage due to their own shoddy workmanship. They didn’t care if it peeled or rusted or what it did after it left the store shelves. I told Cindy she was just jerking me around until the warranty ran out in few weeks and she didn’t answer me.
Cuisinart appliances are not cheap and a company such as that who makes the claims they do regarding their products should stand behind them. All I was asking for was for them to put another finish on the burner or replace it. Instead, they feel it is acceptable that I proudly show off a rusted coffeemaker. My husband is right. Why bother spending all that money on a product that does no better than its counterparts that can be purchased at a fraction of the price. I am extremely disappointed in Cuisinart's attitude and it has certainly woke me up to the world of business today.
Reviewed May 15, 2009
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Reviewed April 11, 2009
We bought a Cuisinart coffee pot three months ago. Imagine my surprise as I went to pour a cup of coffee and the top of the handle separated from the pot and hot coffee came pouring out all over my hand.
Reviewed April 8, 2009
I ordered a Filter Basket Double (EM-100FBD) which is a metal basket for a Cuisinart Espresso Machine. I placed the order on www.cuisinart.com. I received a confirmation and paid for overnight shipping ($25.95) for a $13.00 item; I did not receive my order. When I contacted the website, they said they do not carry the item even though I have an order number, and that they have told Cuisinart this several times, and that they have requested they remove it from their site. They were nice about it and told me to call 800-726-0190 to place the order. I spoke with a CSR who was of no help. They would waive the shipping cost for regular shipping and handling and it would be 7-10 days.
I requested to speak to a supervisor, and I was connected to Melissa (customer service/Tampa) who needs to learn how to deal with customers. She was condescending and rude. I couldn't even finish a sentence. She basically told me it was my problem, and that I would have to deal with the www.cusinart.com customer service. She also informed me that overnight shipping takes 3-5 business days. Does that sound right to you, 3-5 days for overnight shipping?! I asked to speak to a manager, and she said no; they would not come to the phone. Are you kidding?! I asked who the president was; she didn't know. I googled it and found my answer within 15 seconds!
How can a company offer replacement products on www.cuisinart.com and not carry the products? They weren't out of the product; they do not carry the product. How can they produce a confirmation number when they don't have the product? They never did! I will never buy another Cuisinart product. Carl Sontheimer (founder) would have an absolute fit if he only knew the incompetent people that are working for his company. I had to go to another dealer, The Gourmet Depot, to get the product that Cuisinart can't seem to produce!
Reviewed April 5, 2009
Cuisinart Coffee Maker Model #CBC-00 - Our first one caught on fire and blew out all of the controls. We returned to Costco where they offered refund in full. We purchased another unit the same day because we thought the first failure was a fluke. After a couple of weeks, we are getting a loud clicking noise from the replacement unit, so we are unplugging the coffeemaker when not in use of fear that it might catch on fire again.
Reviewed March 24, 2009
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Reviewed Feb. 5, 2009
I purchased a Cuisinart waffle maker (waf6) online. After the first use, the Control Dial came off in two pieces. I returned it and was sent another waffle iron. Again, the first time I went to wipe it off, the dial came off in two pieces. I don't see any reference in the instruction booklet that says it should come off for cleaning, yet on both irons the control dial has fallen off. Is this a problem with the design?
Reviewed Feb. 1, 2009
I purchased this Cuisinart Programmable Espresso Maker - EM-200C, at the Home Outfitters, Burloak Drive location in December 2008. At the time, we were told that it was the last one in stock. The clerk did a cursory check and decided that all of the parts were present. However, upon giving to my mother (Christmas present), she informed me that there were pieces missing (she had read the manual and watched the video - which she found to be a great source of information and easy to follow - and so was aware of the pieces that were not received). So, we are missing the following pieces, as per the instruction booklet provided with the appliance: #16 - both of the cleaning pins #18 - measuring scoop/tamping tool and #19 - filter baskets (one-cup filter basket AND the pod filter basket for espresso pods).
My mother was very happy with the machine and would like to keep it... but just thought I should get the remaining pieces for proper use and maintenance, so I emailed Cuisinart if they could you please advise me on how to go about attaining the pieces that should have been included with this expensive appliance. Given the circumstances of the missing pieces at the time of purchase, I asked them if they were willing to provide them free of charge. Cuisinart's customer service representative's response to my email stated, "We can send you the missing parts only if it's been 21 days from the date of purchase. After 21 days, you would have to purchase the parts." They said this was the company's policy. I was advised to call them at 1-800-472-7606 to place my order for the parts and accessories, and that all sales are final and they have no refund policy.
Reviewed Jan. 2, 2009
I purchased a 10-cup Cuisinart Grind & Brew coffeemaker for $150. The grind process is very loud, not the initial bean grinding (about the same noise level as my electric bean grinder). But after the beans are ground, the machine goes into a long, very loud drone that sounds like the machine is achieving lift-off. Not kidding! Reading some of the comments about the lack of service Cuisinart provides (they haven't responded to my email), I think I will take advantage of my store's 30-day return policy for a refund, not an exchange!
Reviewed Dec. 11, 2008
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Reviewed Oct. 14, 2008
Serial #404210 Grind & Brew DGB-600 coffee maker. The grinder sticks to the point you need pliers to remove. It must be removed to clean each time you use it or it will clog. After putting up with this for 6 months, I called Cus. Ser. lst they told me to put a bag of ice in grinder for 30' so that it could be removed--didn't work. Then they told me to put the entire coffee unit in refrigerator. I don't have 30' to waste in morning or a fridge big enough to hold a coffee maker this size. Then they told me if I had the receipt (3 years ago) they might replace. This is a very poor design and they are doing nothing. Still selling this model which is now on sale. My price was $170, I think I should get more than 2 years. We use it at a house we occupy only 4 months a year. If you can't do something, at least let others know not to buy this item.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2008
Well, nothing good to say about Cuisinart Coffee makers or their service/warranty. I will never buy another Cuisinart product. I purchased a model COD-4000 from Costco on 04/2007. About July of 2008, it would brew once in a while only. I called 800 number and had to pay $10.00 and they would send out a new one but I had to return the old one and pay $17.00 to ship it back. I'm now out $27.00 under their 3-year warranty period. Well it lasted a month and then it would just shut off by itself. The power would just go off.
So I had to plug it in every morning to brew coffee and had to reset time and auto on/off every morning. Called 800 number and explained problem. I said I will not pay another cent for their problem products. The lady said they would send out a new one at no cost but I would have to pay to send the other one back. I said I would only do that if they would send me a different model... Well, no deal. I told the lady that I would never buy another Cuisinart piece of Chinese crap again. Needless to say, she didn't seem too concerned about that. So hopefully whoever reads this will not have to go through what I did with the beautiful name of CUISINART!!!
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2008
I purchased a coffee maker in October of 2007 during a trip to Grand Forks, North Dakota. About a month ago (July of 2008), our coffee maker broke and I visited the Cuisinart website to see how I could go about getting it repaired.
I discovered that you can only get Cuisinart appliances repaired at Cuisinart service centres, and there are none of those in our province of Manitoba. I sent them an email, and they responded by telling me to visit their website to find the service centre nearest to me.
That would be in Regina, Saskatchewan.
I called around in Winnipeg, hoping to find someone who could repair it. I spoke to someone at Morrell's on Fort Street who said that they had left several messages with Cuisinart in an attempt to be set up as a service centre but had received no reply, and they were unable to help me.
I sent Cuisinart another email, and they told me to call their 1-800 number. I did that, and after several minutes of slogging through the key-pad menu, I heard the following message repeated over and over:
I'm sorry, there are no service centres in your home province. I'm sorry, there are no service centres in your home province.
I made it back to the main menu and spoke to someone who transferred me to the customer service department, where I had to leave a message. 48 hours passed and I did not receive a call from Cuisinart, so I called again. This time I spoke to someone in customer service and told her our situation, starting with the fact that our coffee maker was purchased in the US.
She asked me to send a digital photograph of the broken part and send it to them so they could determine whether the coffee maker needed to be repaired or replaced. She said that once they made that decision, I could mail the coffee maker to them and it would be repaired or replaced and returned to me.
I sent the photograph of the broken piece along with a photo of my receipt of purchase.
After a few days, they sent me an email telling me that they noticed that I had purchased my coffee maker in the US and that I was out of luck. No warranty for me. Apparently a 3 year warranty means nothing when you purchase out of country.
I was extremely frustrated by this point and told them that I had been up front with that information from the very beginning, and when I spoke to the customer service representative on the phone I made sure she knew where I had purchased it, and she did not tell me that it would be a problem.
At this point, Cuisinart and I are sending terse emails back and forth. They continue to say things like we really are sorry and to be honest, we simply do not honour the warranty on products purchased in the U.S.
They have offered no explanation for this, and I cannot find any information regarding warranty on their website.
Not one person has given me their name over the phone or signed their name to an email. Nobody at this company is interested in customer satisfaction or taking responsibility for promises made. All I have experienced is frustration.
Well, I can't make coffee. Not a good thing in my house. I'm upset that we spent $100 on a coffee maker that we thought was a good and reliable brand, since it does, after all, have a 3 year warranty.
My fellow Manitobans should know that Cuisinart has no interest in offering repair services to residents of our province. I don't think anyone wants to drive to Regina to get their appliances repaired.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2008
I bought a blender/food processor May 12, 2008, model FPB-5-(TX5) serial 80116 JS and the complaint that I have is the white plastic/rubber top stains.
Reviewed July 27, 2008
I bought a Cuisinart BC-6SA blender/ food processor. On the 1st and 2nd uses, there was a strong oil smell coming out of it and I figured that it was just excess lubricant burning off. On the 3rd use, I still had the strong smell and there were small plastic fragments everywhere. I examined the gear teeth assembly where the bowl and the base met, but there was no obvious breakage. The ground up plastic was coming from inside the motor.
I called customer support and they said I would have to mail it to them. I explained that it was only used 3 times and essentially brand new. I thought Cuisinart was supposed to be a quality product! They would not budge and now I am spent 20+ to send this product back to NJ and had to include a 10.00 check for return shipping. After waiting a month, I called to find out the status of the repair.
The customer service number is NOT in NJ and further more they won't call NJ to find out the status. They said just wait and they will eventually send me a letter stating what is wrong. I don't want a letter -- I want my blender/ processor. I am extremely disappointed and will never buy from this company again.
I am out 130.00 so far and no blender/ processor to use...
Reviewed July 24, 2008
For at least the last 20 years, I have owned Cuisinart food processors. The motor is sufficiently strong but the working bowl, blades, and lids are totally worthless. I have relaced a bowl and a lid on one processor. The cost to do so was approximately $80+ shipping costs. When the replacement lid was damaged after limited use, I decided that perhaps it would be wiser to replace the entire device. I did so at a cost of $199.00.
I use the processor to make small amounts of dough, to slice hot peppers, and make sauces out of cooked vegetables or tomatoes. I do not grind hard cheeses or any root vegetables, consequently when the replacement processor started to show damage, I was quite upset. Once again I have been forced to replace parts. A blade for more than $25 plus shipping, a bowl, and now the sleeve that must fit into the lid needs replacing.
I can't believe that the plastic used by such a reputable manufacturer can be so weak as to crack in many different places. Soon the tube will find its way into the bowl and be ground up. Every small piece of plastic has fallen off the lid at one time or another. I find it hard to believe that I am the only consumer to have such bad luck with this device. Other than the cost incurred to replace the parts, I have not had any other damages, but I fear that one day the entire device will fall apart while being used and do some very serious physical damage to the user. Cuisinart should be recalling these devices and replacing parts at no cost to the consumer.
Reviewed July 10, 2008
We have had nothing but problems with this coffee maker since we purchased this in Dec 2006 as a wedding gift to us. We have contacted Cuisinart twice regarding the shaft freezing up. Tonight it died. Will no linger grind. What a piece of junk. Only after 2 1/2 years it gives up the ghost, but we had the smarts to keep our perculators and drip coffee makers. We also kept out coffee grinder. We should have kept out money the day we purchased that thing!
Reviewed July 1, 2008
The pot I bought was refurbished, which I did not know when I bought it, and they said, after looking up the numbers that the pot was 3 years old and they couldn't do anything about it. BEWARE OF REFURBISHED CUISINART COFFEE POTS! This was a $50.00 loss for me. I found out on the web site that it sells for $79.95. I think I'll go back to the "MR.COFFEE"! They are "Made to Last", and you can get one for a lot less! One day it made coffee and 2 days later when we went to make a fresh pot, it wouldn't come on. No blown circuits or any reason for it to just quit. It just did.
Reviewed June 24, 2008
I bought a Cuisinart DLC-8Plus food processor in 1987 *pre aquisition by Conair*. Finally, in January of this year the pusher / sleeve assembly got broken (a "prong" that is part of the safety mechanism in the rear of the assy. broke..rendering it inoperable)
I called customer service regarding the problem and was told there is NO WARRANTY on the replacement parts. I spoke to a supervisor who didn't seem to give a d**m if I was talking to her or not and she repeated the SAME thing. I REALLY REALLY REALLY tried to be civil. (failed) Conair corp and cuisinart will pay in the long run. I am a food nut and have a compulsion for buying cooking equipment/accessories. Cuisiart and Conair / Conair Subsidiaries are now blackballed for life.
Reviewed June 7, 2008
On March 17, 2008 a cuisinart pannini/grill that I had purchased at Costco caught on fire while I was heating it for use. My house was filled with smoke, my counter was burned as a result. I called cuisinart and spoke to a rep who told me they would send me a new appliance. I asked about my counter damage and was referred to Pam Keesgan. She said they would pick up the cuisinart grill up for testing and did so by UPS on march 19th. I enclosed pictures of the counter damage and a receipt for purchase. I called Pam Keegen again on April 15th and was told that they were still doing testing.
I called Pam Keegan again on May 9th and was told something about food being between the plates. She had to get more info. She would check with that department and call me back. She did so but I missed her call. Again I called Pam Keegan on May 16 and we discussed the supposed food between the plates thesis as cause for the combustion. I did not agree with this. I said flames were coming out of the appliance where the drip cup is positioned and resulted in the counter damage. She said she would have to discuss this with the department that I believed she referred to as engineering but that the individual she needed to consult with was going to be on vacation for two weeks. Needless to say, she is wearing me down which is precisely the objective here. I do not expect a satisfactory resolution based on past events.
My house is about 16 months old and now has counter damage in the kitchen.
Reviewed May 30, 2008
My son gave me a Cuisinart Coffee Maker for Christmas. It worked great for 7 or 8 months and then just stopped working. I have been unable to find anyone who will work on it. My son didn't keep the receipt since it had worked fine for the first 6 months. I was very disappointed in the company.
Reviewed May 10, 2008
Received a CPM-900 popcorn maker as a gift on 12-25-2007. The popcorn maker, while it makes wonderful popcorn, is constructed rather poorly. Within a couple weeks of using the device, bits of plastic could be heard rolling around inside the base of the unit. By May of 2008, the rotating arm broke and the device was no longer usable. Called Cuisinart as it has a 3-year warranty. Jewel promptly requested my information and I received a replacement unit one week later, albeit a different color.
I was required to pay $10 to have a replacement unit shipped to my house and I'm also required to send the faulty unit back on my own dime (I'm looking at USPS Priority, to have a tracking number for proof, at $13.95). Ridiculous. Next time, I'll request a paid shipping label.
Reviewed March 6, 2008
I received a DGB-700BC Cuisinart coffee maker for Christmas. My wife paid nearly $200 for it. The heating element worked only half the time, regardless of whether I used immediate or delayed brew. I returned this unit to Cuisinart and received a replacement--which behaved exactly the same way. The second replacement (third unit) still behaved the same. My guess is that this is a flaw in the software that will affect most units.
Cuisinart won't upgrade me to the minimally more expensive carafe model, and will only give a 50% allowance (no refund) unless I can come up with the original receipt. Two thumbs down to Cuisinart as a company.
$10 x 2 to return the defective machines, then stuck with a 50% loss on $190 purchase.
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2008
I purchased a Cuisinart Grind & Brew Stainless Automatic Coffeemaker from Tuesday Morning on 3/7/06 with limited three-year warranty, and sent in registration form as recommended. Called today Feb.9, 2008, according to Manual instructions, to receive information for shipping defective product back for repair or replacement. I explained in detail what was wrong with coffeemaker. (It would not heat or make coffee...everything else worked including grinder which came on unexpectedly while we were drinking coffee made without using the grinder function). Unplugged coffeemaker to stop grinder. Waited and tried again. Coffeemaker still would not heat or brew coffee. Expected to pay $10 for shipping and handling fee, but was informed I would also have to pay for shipping to and from Cuisinart who would replace the coffeemaker.
The lady was unable or would not tell me what the extra charges for shipping to and from Cuisinart would cost me, and suggested I contact my desired shipper to find out approximate cost both ways. She hinted at $20 to $30 as an example. So instead of $10 I expected to pay, I am told by her between $30 to $40. I can grudgingly accept paying shipping costs TO Cuisinart, but also paying for return shipment by Cuisinart is ridiculous in my opinion. Am I being unreasonable?
I have taken no further action at this point. As far as the economic and physical damage, I am without a workable coffeemaker under a so-called warranty--a coffeemaker that cost about $100 new and now am asked to pay an additional $30 to $40 for another new coffeemaker. I cannot get it repaired locally according to Cuisinart rep, although the manual does specifically indicate that is an option. I would much rather have it repaired free than pay up to $40 for another Cuisinart which could cost another $40 for replacement anytime during the warranty period. I asked the lady if my registration was on record with Cuisinart. She replied regisrtation or date purchased was not necessary. I am sure by now you can understand the physical damage I have incurred. There is no way I have found to complain to Cuisinart online except being referred to you. I am 75 years old and blood pressure is rising.
Reviewed Jan. 25, 2008
They are not willing to replace unless I send my coffeemaker back to them. The first time they gladly sent me one and then I returned my defective one back. They are not willing to work with me on this issue. The money they will refund me is way less than what i paid for it at the time...
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2007
I had ordered a replacement carafe from the Cuisinart website for my coffeemaker back in July. I felt that since the company was such a huge brand name, it would be safe for me to go directly to them for the replacement product instead of ordering from some 3rd party source. The order was placed with confirmation sent to my email and money was withdrawn from my bank account...all had gone as it was supposed to in July.
After waiting about 3 weeks for the item, I had called over to the Cuisinart customer care hotline and had inquired about the shipment. I was told that it was shipped out but had gone to the wrong address and that an inquiry would be lodged with UPS (who was the carrier for delivery) before another carafe would be shipped out.
I waited another 3 weeks and emailed the customer care department thru their link on the Cuisinart site to inquire about the status of my order. I received an automatic response stating that I was to hear from a representative within 24 hours. After another 2 weeks of NO communication from Cuisinart, I called again to the customer care line to find out that not only was no replacement shipment sent out from my first call, but that NO inquiry was ever made with UPS. I was told by that representative that she would send out a carafe to my house regardless of the UPS inquiry and that I was to receive the shipment in 1-2 business days.
I again waited another few weeks and decided to write to someone else within the Cuisinart organization to get some answers regarding this order. I found a link on the Cuisinart site to email a Rachel Litner at rlitner.com with comments or questions relating to products. I sent an email to them on Oct. 2nd to plead my case and request help on this matter. I received a call from a representative from Cuisinart about 3 days later for the details of my situation.
I started to give the timeline of the situation and was told that the website, although it was the OFFICIAL Cuisinart site, was run by a 3rd party. I continued with my story but was told that I should let her (the rep) finish her statement before I continue to tell her my plight, during which time I had asked her if she was an employee of the 3rd party company or if she was with Cuisinart. After accertaining that she was not with the 3rd party and that Cuisinart had no hand in the order that I had placed, I had asked who I needed to speak with to remedy the situation. I had asked to speak with her supervisor, whom I was told was the head of consumer affairs in Cuisinart. I told the rep that I will need for someone higher up to give me a call regarding this matter and that was the last time I ever heard from Cuisinart. It is now the latter part of October and I have had NO communications and NO carafe from Cuisinart. All I have is a broken, leaky coffee carafe from an expensive (over $100) coffeemaker.
Reviewed March 17, 2007
Counter top has water damage. Spent a fortune on paper towels.
Reviewed Nov. 18, 2005
to the coffee filter so went to get a cup of coffee the door opened resulting in hot coffee all over me with a burn on my forarm
Reviewed Nov. 16, 2005
Stained counter top. Cabinet door fronts and colored floor tile grout.
Reviewed Oct. 10, 2005
I purchased a set of Cuisinart cookware about 4 or 5 years ago. My first complaint was that the handles got hot while in use which made it very inconvenient to always having to use pot holders. Then a few weeks ago the bottom of a saucepan actually separated from the pan and I threw it out.
Someone suggested that I contact Cuisinart so I called the above number and was told that Cuisinart has a lifetime guarantee, to return what pans I had left together with a $7 check which I did on 9/7 and was given the ID #300302010. I fully expected to receive an entire new set of pans, hopefully better manufactured than those I returned.
Follow-up calls were fruitless. A recording kept repeating that my item was not received. Finally I did reach someone who told me that the pans were used on high heat and they were not responsible. Apparently when you buy Cuisinart cookware, you should not just wash and use, you must read the fine print because it says to use only low and medium heat. So they sent back the pans with no resolution whatsoever. Even after I had the pans in my possession, I called the above number and was still getting the item not received recording.
I am disgusted with the product and their customer service. I have been cooking for many years and there is no way you can brown meat or boil pasta on low and medium heat.
Cuisinart makes a great food processor but their cookware is awful and for a large reputable company, their refusal to offer anything is unbelievable. It cost me $15 (not the main issue) to send and receive a product I hate.
Reviewed July 6, 2005
I have had a Cuisinart CB-8 blender for about 5 years. This morning the blade assembly fell apart while the blender was on. I attempted to contact Cuisinart to find out where in New York City I could find a new blade. There is no 800 number listed on their website, no list of repair shops. After web-surfing for about an hour I finally got someone else to give me their 800 number, which either: doesn't ring; rings but doesn't answer; or rings a few times than switches to busy. My past experience has been that they do not answer e-mails, which is the only way to contact them on the website. I finally tracked them down to Conair Corporation, the parent companty. Nobody answers their listed phone numbers either.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2005
Toaster lever will/will not hold. Most of lthe time, the bread is quite burned.
Reviewed Jan. 3, 2005
Cuisinart DGB-300 Automatic Grind & Brew started smoking with smell of electical fire after coffe was made. We have had product 3 or so years. If we had not been in the room to unplug this could have been a disaster.
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2004
The brewing process continued, after the filter basket had popped out, and ran down the new oak cabinets, under the stove, and all over the floor.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2004
I cannot use both units, and I believe that both bowls and covers should be replaced; they have not received that much wear as I don't do that much baking anymore. I cannot afford to buy both sets again as the covers are sold separate from the bowls.
Reviewed July 9, 2004
I purchased what I was led to believe an automatic thermal no hassel coffee grind a brew station for $150.00 made by cuisinart. You were supposed to be able to add water, pour in the coffee beans and push the button and you would enjoy coffee with freshly ground beans. This isn't far from what happens when you try and make coffee, yes it works with 1 pot of coffee, but if you go to make a 2nd pot of coffee you must first clean out the entire grinding part of the machine and the shoot that the grounds go down to get into the filter or they get all built up do to the moisture that builds up on the inside. Then when the build up occurs it will cause a clump of grounds to fall into the filter eventually causing the coffee pot to over flow all over the counter causing a huge mess.
The Consumer rep that contacted me said that's just how that model is and you do have to constantly clean it out after every pot of coffee. He said there is nothing that they could do. I do not believe this is acceptable for an automatic grind and brew station that costs $150.00 to purchase.
It has made several messes with steaming hot coffee pouring our all over that counters, running down along side the stove. It has run all over the floors, part of the counter in the kitchen is rising at the seam. When you try and keep the running coffee from making a huge mess you get burnt.
Reviewed March 19, 2004
Is there anyone out there with the same problem?
Reviewed March 10, 2003
model dgb-300 black in color, approx. two years ago for $99.00 at costco. the first coffee pot quit working for no apparent reason. we were not abusive with this product in any way. anyway we contacted cuisinart and they in turn sent us another grind/brew exact same model within a three week period the replacement date is 1-29-02 ref#3957318. this grind/brew also quit working for the same above reason on 3-7-03. i contacted cuisinart and they in turn said send it back to us and we will replace it with the same model. now i have to tell you that this would be the 3rd coffee brewer in a two year period, it just seems rediculous to keep sending me the same inferior product. this time around i asked for an upgrade with no extra cost to us. waiting now to see what the results are.
Reviewed Feb. 28, 2003
I purchased a coffee pot (percolator) in 1998 from Dillards,Corpus Christi store, made by Cuisinart. I had the first one about a year and it stopped heating. I called Cuisinart and at their instruction sent the pot back and received a new one, which was received May 19,1999. It also stopped heating this past week.I called them a few minutes ago and after talking to a very disagreeable woman I was told that it was out of warranty (3 years), and parts were not available so throw it away.
I paid over $100.00 for this appliance and I would expect that parts should be available for a reasonable length of time for repair.Also why would I buy a stainless steel pot if it was only to last for three years. There was an implied long lasting warranty by the language on the box.I could have purchased a plastic pot for ten dollars at Walmart if I wanted to throw it away in such a short time.I feel ripped off,but since it is a small amout of money individually, they can refuse to do anything. Collectivley however, I believe this amounts to a great deal of money that Cuisinart scams from consumers.I would say the government should protect us but in light of them telling us to tape our windows with duct tape and plastic, to protect us from terroists, I do not expect ANYTHING from them.I do believe that class action lawsuits are made to strike the attention of these companies and if there is such an action being contemplated I would like to join. This is no different than a mugger taking my purse as I walk down a street and if consumers do not stand together it will only get worse; if that is possible in light of what they are doing now. I do not intend to purchase anything else that Cuisinart makes but they do not care at this time, since the uneducated by experience, will continue to buy.Thanks for letting me vent my frustration.
Helen Zahn
They did not give me fair value for the money they received from me.
Reviewed Feb. 3, 2003
I have a broken coffie pot. No one at Cuisinat will not do anything for me even though I have a warranity. They just keep giving me the run around.
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2002
Purchased a Two To Go Coffeemaker at local HEB on 10/15/02 for $50. Worked fine with one cup used for 2 days, 3rd day, followed instructions and tried 2 cups and water went into both cups for a few seconds, then apparently down the middle, creating a backup in the filter section, overflowing into the water fill and sending dripped water all over my countertop--twice. The next tried using one cup again and the cup filled maybe 1/3 of the way and coffeemaker turned off. Tried pushing the button to see if it would continue, stayed on a few seconds and shut off again. After unplugging machine, removing single cup, walked away briefly and returned to find it decided to drip all over my counter top--Again!
Reviewed May 28, 2002
Consequently, I bought a Kitchen Aid Toaster that as has worked flawlessly for over 3 years now. I won't buy anything Cuisinart makes after my bad experience!
Reviewed May 22, 2002
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- Company Name:
- Cuisinart
- Website:
- www.cuisinart.com
