Sensio Steam Espresso Machine Lawsuit Update: Injuries, Recall Status, and Legal Options

Sensio Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled the Bella Pro Series Steam Espresso Maker (Model 90195) and the Cooks Steam Espresso Maker (Model 22395) on March 20, 2025. Sensio had pulled both machines from sale three days earlier, before the CPSC’s public announcement. About 12,300 of them reached buyers through JCPenney stores and online. The brew cup handle can fly off during use, breaking the glass carafe. Sensio has logged multiple reports of the handle separating during use, including burn and cut injuries, and is issuing $50 refunds to affected owners. The recall remains ongoing, so owners should stop using the machine and contact Sensio now.

Latest Sensio Steam Espresso Machines Recall Updates

March 20, 2025: CPSC Announces the Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall on March 20, 2025 [1]. The recall covers the Bella Pro Series and Cooks steam espresso machines. Sensio Inc. of New York worked with the agency. The agency assigned Recall Number 25-191. By the announcement, Sensio had received 18 reports about the handle problem. Eight of those reports also described a burn or a laceration.

March 17, 2025: Sensio Discontinues Sale of the Recalled Machines

Sensio pulled both recalled models from store shelves on March 17, 2025. That was three days before CPSC’s public announcement. The company’s own recall page confirms the date [2]. These machines had been sold at JCPenney stores and online at BestBuy.com and JCPenney.com. The sale period ran from August 2023 to January 2025, priced from $40 to $60.

Which Sensio Steam Espresso Machines Are Affected?

The recall covers two Sensio-imported steam espresso machines sold under different brand names between August 2023 and January 2025. Check the sticker under your machine for the model number, listed as the “Item” number, to see if it is included:

• Bella Pro Series Steam Espresso Maker, Model 90195
• Cooks Steam Espresso Maker, Model 22395

Both machines are black with stainless steel trim. Each one is about six inches wide and 12 inches high. The brand name is printed on the steaming chamber, just above the base. Retailers carried both machines at JCPenney stores and through BestBuy.com and JCPenney.com for $40 to $60 apiece. About 12,300 units reached the market before Sensio discontinued the sale.

Why Were Sensio Steam Espresso Machines Recalled?

Sensio recalled the Bella Pro Series and Cooks steam espresso machines because of a handle problem. The brew cup handle can separate unexpectedly. It cracks the glass carafe and can burn or cut the user. The recall notice states the hazard but gives no further cause. The machines were made in China. Sensio Inc. of New York imported them for sale in the United States. By the announcement date, Sensio had already logged multiple reports of the handle coming loose, some of them burns or cuts from the broken carafe, and had pulled both machines from sale before announcing the recall publicly.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

Sensio has received 18 reports about the handle. In each case, the handle separated during use. Eight of those reports also involved a burn or a cut from the broken glass carafe. The recall notice does not list a state, a country, or a cutoff date for when these reports came in. Sensio and the CPSC received these reports, but they do not prove every machine will fail, and they do not prove every injury happened the same way. Anyone hurt by one of these machines may want to write down what happened, including the date, the injury, and any medical care they received.

What Should Consumers Do?

Anyone who owns a recalled Bella Pro Series or Cooks steam espresso machine should take the following steps:

1. Stop using the espresso machine immediately.
2. Check the model number on the sticker underneath the machine to confirm it reads 90195 or 22395.
3. Destroy the UL certification label on the underside of the unit.
4. Cut the power cord as close to the machine as possible and dispose of the machine according to local guidelines.
5. Submit photos showing the destroyed label and the cut cord to Sensio to request your $50 refund.
6. Contact Sensio at 855-647-3125 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday) or at bellakitchenware.com/recall for refund help, or report an injury to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.

Legal Options

No class action, no multidistrict litigation, and no settlement program exists for these machines. The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation‘s pending docket lists no matching case [3]. A recall does not automatically make the company liable for every injury. But if you were burned or cut by one of these machines, you may have grounds for your own product-liability claim. Schmidt & Clark is currently reviewing potential cases for people who were burned or cut by one of the recalled machines.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines for filing a product-liability claim come from state law, not from this recall. How much time you have depends on where you live and when the injury happened. A few states start the clock on the date of diagnosis instead of the date of the incident. Missing the deadline that applies to your situation can end a valid claim, even when the facts are strong. Speak with a lawyer promptly to learn the deadline that applies to a burn or laceration claim in your state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I File a Sensio Steam Espresso Machine Recall Lawsuit Claim If I Was Injured?

You can file a Sensio steam espresso machine recall lawsuit claim if a recalled machine burned or cut you and you needed medical care. A claim is separate from Sensio’s refund, so you can pursue both.

What Records Should I Keep for a Sensio Espresso Machine Injury Claim?

The records you should keep for a Sensio espresso machine injury claim are simple: your receipt or order confirmation, photos of the damage and any injury, and medical records from any treatment. These can support your own claim, even though Sensio’s refund process does not ask for them.

Where Do I Mail My Refund Request for the Sensio Espresso Machine Recall?

You mail your refund request for the Sensio espresso machine recall to Made By Gather Inc., Attn: Ashley Morgan, 1801 McGill College Avenue, Suite 1475, Montreal, QC H3A 2N4. Include photos of the destroyed UL label and the cut power cord.

How Long Does It Take to Receive the Sensio Espresso Machine Refund?

It takes two to four weeks to receive the Sensio espresso machine refund. First, Sensio must verify your submitted photos. Refunds come as a mailed check or an e-gift card sent by email.

Is the Sensio Steam Espresso Machine Recall Still Active?

The Sensio steam espresso machine recall is still active today. As of September 25, 2026, Sensio’s own recall page still listed the refund as available, and this review found no closure notice.

Can I Return My Recalled Sensio Espresso Machine to the Store Instead?

You cannot return your recalled Sensio espresso machine to the store where you bought it. Sensio’s recall page says retailers send customers back to the company, and Sensio alone handles refund requests.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Sensio-Recalls-Steam-Espresso-Machines-Due-to-Burn-and-Laceration-Hazards
2. https://bellakitchenware.com/recall/
3. https://www.jpml.uscourts.gov/pending-mdls-0