CPSC2009-04-08
GE Recalls Ranges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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Hazard
The wiring in the rear of the range can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the oven and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers can continue to use the cooktop burners.
Sold at
Department and appliance stores nationwide from June 2002 through December 2005 for between $1,300 and $2,000.
Affected count
About 28,000
Injuries reported
GE is aware of 47 reports of overheated wiring, including 33 reports of wiring that caught fire.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Products
GE Profile™ Freestanding Dual Fuel Ranges
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (888) 352-9764 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.geappliances.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/GE-Recalls-Ranges-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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