Keurig Green Mountain Recalling 7.2 Million Brewing Systems

Keurig Green Mountain

are recalling roughly 7.2 million of the MINI Plus Brewing Systems following reports of potential burning and overheating issues. According to the company website: "After receiving reports of hot liquid escaping from MINI Plus Brewing System units during use, Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. contacted the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada to begin the process for a voluntary recall. The Company has received approximately 200 incident reports related to the approximately 7.2 million MINI Plus units in the U.S. and Canada, which equates to an incidence rate of approximately 0.003%. " Owners of affected MINI Plus Brewers can register to obtain a free repair kit which will resolve the potential issue. Users can continue to use their MINI Plus brewers while waiting for their free repair kit, although the company further states: "Out of an abundance of caution, we recommend that users avoid brewing more than two cups in rapid succession, and maintain an arm's length distance from the brewer during the brewing process." Shares of GMCR are lower by 0.97 percent at 138.42 in pre-market trading,