Bodum Recalls 5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers Over Burn Risk

Millions of American households may have affected coffee makers in their kitchens after Bodum USA recalled 5.9 million French press coffee makers over concerns that their glass carafes could break during use and cause burn injuries. The recall, issued October 29, 2026, covers products sold nationwide through major retailers and online stores.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recall involves Bodum French press models with 8-cup and 12-cup replaceable glass carafes. The glass can unexpectedly break if it has been damaged or cracked, including when consumers use metal spoons to stir coffee.

Bodum USA has received 70 reports of carafes breaking during use, including 48 reports involving burn injuries, according to the CPSC. The agency warned that broken glass during coffee preparation could expose consumers to injury.

The CPSC said the Bodum name appears on the frame and inner lid of most affected models. The brand name is also engraved directly onto the glass carafes.

In its response to the recall, Bodum emphasized the relatively low rate of reported incidents compared with the number of products sold in the United States over several decades.

"While the rate of reported incidents involving carafe breakage during use is extremely low, especially considering that Bodum has sold millions of these products in the U.S. for decades, this recall will further encourage the safe use of our French Press Coffee Makers," Bodum said in a statement.

As an immediate precaution, the CPSC instructed consumers to stop using metal spoons or other metal utensils to stir coffee inside the affected glass carafes. Consumers should contact Bodum to obtain a plastic stirring spoon and a warning label.

The recalled coffee makers were distributed through Target, Walmart, coffee shops, home goods retailers and other stores across the country. Online sales included Amazon.com, Target.com, Walmart.com and additional retail platforms.

According to the recall notice, the affected products were sold from 1974 through October 2026. Their retail prices ranged from approximately $15 to $65.