Ikea recalls espresso maker due to risk of it 'bursting during use'

SINGAPORE — Swedish furniture retailer Ikea is recalling its Metallisk espresso maker due to an "increased risk of the product bursting during use".

No known incidents have been reported in Singapore. The retailer said in a statement on Wednesday (June 8) that it was issuing the recall as a precaution.

“Safety is a top priority for Ikea and therefore, we are recalling Metallisk espresso maker with the stainless-steel safety valve due to an increased risk of the product bursting during use.”

The recall applies to models that are silver or grey in colour, due to a "change of material and construction of the safety valve", Ikea added.

In response to TODAY's queries on how many such expresso makers have been sold here, Ikea said it is unable to track the exact number as the changeover from brass to stainless steel safety valve for the model "retains the same article number throughout".

"However, based on timeline of the changeover, we estimate that we sold around 400 pieces."

Customers who have bought the affected products are advised to stop using them and return the items to Ikea’s outlets in Alexandra, Jurong or Tampines for a full refund.

Proof of purchase is not required for the refund.

Customers may call Ikea's customer contact centre at 6786 6868 for more information.