CPSC2009-08-25
Maytag Expands Recall of Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Hazard
An electrical failure in the relay, the component that turns on the refrigerator's compressor, can cause overheating and pose a serious fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Maytag to determine if their refrigerator is included in the recall and if so, to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should not return the refrigerator to the retailer where it was purchased.
Sold at
Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide from September 2000 through May 2004 for between about $350 and $1,600.
Affected count
About 46,000 (1.6 million units were previously recalled March 2009)
Injuries reported
Maytag has received 23 additional reports of refrigerator relay ignition, including 4 reports of property damage ranging from smoke damage to extensive kitchen damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Maytag®, Magic Chef®, Performa by Maytag® and Crosley® brand refrigerators
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Maytag toll-free at (866) 533-9817 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.repair.maytag.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Maytag-Expands-Recall-of-Refrigerators-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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