Nestlé Waters North America Recalls AccuPure Water Dispensers Due to Fire and Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-07-15 · 16757
Hazards
The water dispensers can overheat, causing internal parts to melt and smoke. This poses burn and fire hazards.
Recall
Number
16757
Date
2016-07-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
AccuPure countertop filtered water dispensers
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
MTN Products Inc., of La Verne, Calif.
Retailer(s)
These units were sold and rented to businesses nationwide for consumer use from January 2013 to May 2016 as part of individual service contracts that Nestlé Waters has with these customers. A limited number of units were purchased by these customers for a list price of $599.99. The units are not sold or provided at retail.
Importer(s)
MTN Products Inc., of La Verne, Calif.
Distributor(s)
Nestlé Waters North America Inc., of Stamford, Conn.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Nestlé Waters North America AccuPure countertop water filtration dispensers. The water dispensers are black and measure about 17.5 inches tall and 12.8 inches wide. The units connect to the plumbing system, draw water from the system, filter the water and dispense hot and cold water through the unit. "AccuPure" is printed on the front and side panels. The model number is HCB215n and is printed on the back of the water dispensers.