CPSC2011-03-03
Liebherr Recalls Built-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz GmbH, of Austria
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 as indicated by a popped up hinge pin at the top or bottom. 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 February 2004 through January 2011 for between $4,400 and $5,000.
Affected count
About 5,702 units
Injuries reported
Liebherr has received ten reports of doors detaching. No injuries reported.
Manufactured in
Austria
Products
Liebherr Built-In 30-Inch Wide Bottom Freezer 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 website at www.liebherr.us
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Liebherr-Recalls-Built-In-Refrigerators-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-Door-Can-DetachDon't want to check this manually?
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