CPSC2004-08-26
CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Cooking Products
Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Hazard
All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short circuit. They may pose a shock hazard to consumers, if the appliance is not properly grounded.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker, and contact Whirlpool for a free repair.
Sold at
Department, mass merchandise and appliance stores nationwide, as well as home builders, sold the recalled units, from April 2004 through July 2004. The Whirlpool Oven-Micro Combo sold for between $2200 and $2720, the Whirlpool Double Wall Oven for between $930 and $1350, the KitchenAid Oven-Micro Combo for between $2300 and $3740 and the KitchenAid Free Standing Range for between $850 and $1230.
Affected count
24,500
Injuries reported
Whirlpool has received no reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Freestanding ranges, double ovens, and oven-microwave combinations
Consumer contact
Consumer should call Whirlpool toll-free at (866) 770-6751 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday to schedule the free repair.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Whirlpool-Announce-Recall-of-Cooking-ProductsDon't want to check this manually?
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