CPSC, Drinkmaker of Sweden AB Announce Recall of Home Soda Machines

Recalled May 10, 2001 · CPSC recall 01151 · Drinkmaker

Hazard

Components inside the soda machine can break apart, posing a serious risk of lacerations to consumers, who can be struck by shrapnel.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these soda machines immediately and call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington to receive a free repair. Unused machines should be discarded to prevent the possibility of injury.

Units

About 4,000

Incidents / injuries

There have been three reports of incidents: a 7-year-old boy suffered lacerations to the neck and arms, that required hospitalization; a 44-year-old man suffered multiple fractures and a laceration to his right hand; and a 52-year-old man suffered lacerations to his right hand and chin, a fracture of the little finger and contusions to the stomach.

Description

The recalled soda machines are shaped like coffee makers, with a white exterior and a black lid, under which a carbon dioxide container and mixing ingredients are placed. The model name, "Drink Master," "Drink Maker," "The Drink Machine," or "The Carbonator" is printed in black on the front of the machine. Under the lid are the words "Made in Sweden." Soda machines sold after 1996 are not being recalled.

What to do

Contact

Consumers may call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington, toll-free at (877) 438-7632 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product

Home soda-making machines

Manufacturer(s)

Drinkmaker of Sweden AB

Distributed by

The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington

Retailers

The soda makers were sold at state and county fairs and conventions between 1990 and 1996 for about $200 to $250.

Made in

Sweden

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →