CPSC2005-09-27
CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall of Washing Machines
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., of South Korea
Hazard
If the front-load washer is operated at maximum load capacity, the spinner could malfunction and break apart, posing a safety risk to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines, and should contact Maytag for a free in-home service call, to replace the washer's control board.
Sold at
Major department and appliance stores nationwide, from April 2005 through May 2005, for about $1,300.
Affected count
About 5,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
South Korea
Products
Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines
Consumer contact
Consumers can contact Maytag at (800) 462-9267 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.maytag.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Maytag-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Washing-MachinesDon't want to check this manually?
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