Keurig
Off-Gassing or Residue Contamination
Brewer emits a plastic or chemical smell in the coffee.
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Possible Causes
New machine plastic odor, Residual manufacturing oils, Strong cleaning chemicals used in reservoir, Contaminated water filter
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not ingest coffee that smells strongly of chemicals.
- Flush the system: Run multiple full reservoirs of plain water through the brewer without pods.
- Avoid harsh cleaners: Only use mild dish soap on removable parts and rinse thoroughly.
- Replace water filter: If your model uses a charcoal filter, replace it and soak per instructions before use.
- Persistent odor after thorough flushing: Contact Keurig support; internal plastic components may be defective.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Water Filter Cartridge
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