CPSC2007-06-06
General Electric Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Fire Hazard
GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.
Hazard
These ranges have a design flaw that can cause an electrical arc between the wiring and griddle gas supply tube, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Customers with a recalled range should stop using it immediately and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home repair.
Sold at
Home builders and appliance stores nationwide from October 2005 through February 2007 for between $4,000 and $6,000.
Affected count
About 2,600
Injuries reported
GE has received reports of six incidents of gas leaking from the griddle gas supply tube, resulting in five fires under the range top. One consumer has reported burns to her hands and two consumers have reported smoke damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
GE Monogram® Professional Gas Ranges
Consumer contact
For more information, call GE Consumer & Industrial toll-free at (877) 546-0116 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://geappliances.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/General-Electric-Recalls-Gas-Ranges-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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