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5 reports to CPSC, the latest made May 20, 2014. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

  • 5reports to CPSC
  • May 20, 2014the latest report was made
  • Feb 1, 2012the earliest
  • 5with the company’s comments
Brand
Calphalon
Maker
Newell Rubbermaid Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
Electric coffee makers and teapotsCPSC’s product type: Electric Coffee Makers or Teapots (code 217), in Kitchen: Appliances

By month

1 report from June 2013 to May 2014; the most in May 2014, 1. 4 earlier reports, since February 2012, are in the table.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
May 20141
May 20131
October 20121
May 20121
February 20121

How badly anyone was hurt

  • No one hurt 5 CPSC: Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. No one hurt

    Made May 20, 2014, sent to the company Jun 3, 2014, published by CPSC Jun 17, 2014

    The product, in the report: Calphalon Stainless Steel 12 Cup Coffee Maker Model HE121CMG

    Purchased Calphalon Coffee Maker Model HE121CMG at Bed Bath and Beyond October 2013 and on May 19, 2014 I heard an odd rattling noise coming from kitchen. I noticed that the glass coffee pot was shaking and the coffee in the pot was boiling. Within seconds smoke starting coming from the coffee maker and it smelled of burning rubber. I quickly unplugged the coffee maker from the electrical outlet. Smoke continued to emit from the maker and it was so hot that I needed a pot holder to lift it. The coffee maker appeared to have caught fire inside. If I had not been in the next room I suspect that it would have burned my counter and possibly started an electrical fire in my home. I attempted to return it to Bed Bath and Beyond with an explanation as to why. They stated to me that the product had been discontinued, but not recalled. This seemed very suspicious to me so I called CPSC and they told me of other similar reports. I hope this my report is helpful and that Calphalon recalls this coffee maker as it is a serious danger to any consumer that buys it!!!

    Model
    HE121CMG
    Bought from
    Bed Bath and Beyond, New Jersey
    Bought
    Oct 25, 2013
    Where
    Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  2. No one hurt

    Made May 30, 2013, sent to the company Jun 6, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 20, 2013

    The product, in the report: Calphalon Coffee Maker Mod: HE121cmg Estimated build date: 37th week of 2012 (Ser#?: 3712b) 12 cup coffee maker; Stainless steel finish; 12 cup glass carafe

    Calphalon Coffee Maker - Mod:HE121cmg - Build Date: 37th week of 2012 (3712b) This model of coffee maker has failed on us twice. First unit just would not turn on after three months. Retailer (Bed Bath & Beyond) replaced the unit. Second unit operated for less than nine months. Second unit brewed coffee morning of 5/29/13 and we took our first cup into living room. About ten minutes later we heard popping sounds from kitchen and upon investigating found coffee in carafe boiling the remaining coffee and smoke emitting from coffee maker unit. Unplugged unit and took outside, perhaps none too soon as the unit was very hot and we speculate was ready to catch fire. Called Calphalon and they are sending shipping tag to us to return unit for refund, as we clearly do not intend to consider another unit from them. Calphalon representative mentioned that there have been known issues in both scenarios their staff has been aware of and are investigating and is why they want unit back.

    Model
    HE121CMG
    Serial number
    ??? - 3712b
    Bought from
    Bed Bath and Beyond
    Bought
    Oct 1, 2012, about then
    Where
    Sunnyvale, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  3. No one hurt

    Made Oct 6, 2012, sent to the company Oct 16, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 30, 2012

    The product, in the report: coffee maker - Calphalon 1800470 Quick Brew 12-Cup Coffee Maker

    We had purchased the Calphalon coffee maker (HE120CMG - http://store.calphalon.com/calphalon-electrics-12-c-quick-brew-coffee-maker/407384) about 6 months ago, and yesterday morning, it started on fire. We believe it had something to do with the heating element. It started smoking (and crackling) from inside the machine and billowing from the back of the machine where the cord enters the base.

    Model
    Calphalon 1800470 Quick Brew 12-Cup Coffee Maker
    Where
    ann arbor, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  4. No one hurt

    Made May 29, 2012, sent to the company Jul 12, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 26, 2012

    The product, in the report: Calphalon Coffee Maker 12 cup (Black)

    The consumer wanted to express his concerns about his 8 cup coffee maker as the consumer was brewing his cup of coffee, and the product’s coffee pot became very hot. The consumer estimates that the coffee maker was brewing for 3-5 minutes prior to the incident. The consumer would estimate that the hot plate under the coffee maker, exceeded the desired temperature. The consumer could see flames from the plastic base surrounding the hot plate.

    The flames were nearly 2 inches high. The consumer unplugged the product and the flames continued to burn. The consumer took the product outside with an oven mitt and put dirt and water to douse the flames. The consumer stated that his tile counter top cracked and was discolored by the intense heat of the product. The consumer would describe the product as unusable. The consumer cannot recall the retailer as the product was given as a gift.

    The consumer has yet to call the firm. The consumer did not notify the fire department or his home insurance company. The consumer was not harmed or injured by the product. The product is currently in the consumer’s garage.

    Model
    HE120CMG1004700
    Serial number
    3711
    Bought
    Dec 25, 2011, about then
    Where
    San Jose, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  5. No one hurt

    Made Feb 1, 2012, sent to the company Feb 9, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 24, 2012

    The product, in the report: Calphalon 12 cup drip coffee maker

    I purchased the Calphalon 12 cup drip coffee maker on Dec. 12,2011. It seemed to be working well and then today (Feb1,2012) after completeing the brew cycle, I heard a noise and when I looked at the unit,there was smoke coming from the base of the unit where the cord was stored. I immediately unplugged it and poured the coffee into a thermal pot. I returned the coffee maker to Bed Bath and Beyond where I purchased it and they were great about returning it and giving me a full credit.

    Model
    HE120CMG
    Serial number
    1800470
    Bought from
    Bed Bath and Beyond
    Bought
    Dec 12, 2011
    Where
    Dixon, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 62, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury

CPSC’s disclaimer

Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

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Word for word, from the disclaimer in CPSC’s export.

Sources

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  • U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.

    Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

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