CPSC2010-12-16
Fagor America Inc. Recalls Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard
Fagor America Inc., of Lyndhurst, N.J.
Hazard
The refrigerator's control board can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the refrigerator, unplug it and contact the Fagor repair hotline to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Specialty Home Appliance Stores nationwide between July 2006 and May 2010 for between $2,000 and $2,500.
Affected count
About 1,400
Injuries reported
Fagor America has received 19 reports of incidents, including two reports of fires resulting in damage to the refrigerator and surrounding property. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Spain
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Fagor Refrigerators
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Fagor America at (888) 354-4411 between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.fagoramerica.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Fagor-America-Inc-Recalls-Refrigerators-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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