CPSC2001-09-26
CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall to Repair of Amana Gas Ranges
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Hazard
During the broil and self-clean modes, the range can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), presenting the potential for CO poisoning to consumers. Additionally, during the broil and self-clean modes, the temperature of the storage drawer can become extremely high, presenting the risk of burn injuries to consumers. The ranges are safe to use for baking and for cooking on the surface burners.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the self-clean or broil functions of the ranges immediately. Consumers should call Amana for an in-home inspection and free repair.
Sold at
Appliance and retail stores nationwide sold these gas ranges, from May 2000 through July 2001, for between $600 and $850.
Affected count
About 50,000
Injuries reported
Maytag has received one report of the temperature on the storage drawer becoming extremely high. No injuries have been reported.
Products
Amana Big Oven gas ranges
Consumer contact
Consumers may call Amana toll-free at (800) 544-2538 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Maytag-Corp-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-of-Amana-Gas-RangesDon't want to check this manually?
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