Product recall · June 1, 2012

Black & Decker Coffeemakers Recalled by Applica Consumer Products Due to Injury Hazard

Recall number 12191 · About 159,000

Hazard: The coffee pot handle can break, causing cuts and burns to the consumer.

What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffeemakers and contact Applica for a full refund of the entire under-the-counter coffeemaker.

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Recalled product: Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers
Recall number
12191
Announced
Product
Black & Decker® Spacemaker™ 12-Cup Programmable Under-the-Cabinet Coffeemakers
Distributor
Applica Consumer Products Inc. of Miramar, Fla.
Made in
China
Affected products
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 th
Units
About 159,000
Incidents / 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.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Applica Consumer Products toll-free at (866) 708-7846 between 8:30 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's website at www.acprecall.com
Source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12191
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What to do if you own this product

  • Stop using the product if the notice tells you to.
  • Find the model number, serial number or date code on the product and compare it with the notice.
  • Contact the company using the details above for the refund, repair or replacement.
  • Report an injury or a safety problem at SaferProducts.gov.

Read the official CPSC recall notice (opens in a new tab)

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database. Recall data last checked against the CPSC database on November 9, 2026. Savings Ahead is not affiliated with the CPSC or the companies named; always follow the official notice. Found a mistake? See our corrections policy.