CPSC2015-07-29
Whirlpool Recalls Jenn-Air Wall Ovens Due to Risk of Burns
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Hazard
The extendable roller rack can unexpectedly disengage when fully extended, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the extendable roller rack and contact Whirlpool Corporation for a free in-home inspection and repair.
Sold at
Sears, Pacific Sales and other stores nationwide, and by wholesalers, including Ferguson Enterprises, and homebuilders from March 2012 through June 2015 for between $2,500 and $5,000.
Affected count
About 33,000 (in addition, 8,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Whirlpool Corporation has received eight reports of incidents, including one report of second degree burn injuries to the arm and back.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Jenn-Air Single, Double Wall Ovens and Combination Microwave/Wall Ovens
Consumer contact
Whirlpool Corporation toll-free at (877) 929-2029 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.whirlpoolcorp.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Whirlpool-Recalls-Jenn-Air-Wall-OvensDon't want to check this manually?
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