CPSC2010-01-27
Liebherr Recalls Built-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
Liebherr-Hausgeraete Ochsenhausen GmbH, of Germany
Hazard
The refrigerator's door can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Liebherr immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should check their refrigerator immediately to see whether the door hinge pin has become loose (see picture). If the hinge has not become loose and the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it is repaired.
Sold at
Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from January 2005 through November 2009 for between $2,500 and $3,200.
Affected count
About 2,700
Injuries reported
Liebherr has received 13 reports of doors detaching, including two reports of injuries involving bruising and strains.
Manufactured in
Germany
Products
Liebherr Built-In 24-Inch Wide Single Door Refrigerators
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Liebherr toll-free at (877) 337-2653 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT or visit Liebherr's Web site at www.liebherr-appliances.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Liebherr-Recalls-Built-In-Refrigerators-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-Door-Can-DetachDon't want to check this manually?
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