CPSC2016-08-25
Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Hazard
Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement product.
Sold at
Best Buy, HH Gregg, Lowes, Sears and other home improvement, home appliance and retail stores and by homebuilders nationwide from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $370 and $470.
Affected count
About 15,200
Injuries reported
Whirlpool has received five reports of incidents, including one home fire, two fires involving the surrounding cabinets, one report of smoke, and one report of a burning odor.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations
Consumer contact
Whirlpool Corporation at 800-990-6254 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at http://repair.whirlpoolcorp.com. Consumers can also visit www.whirlpool.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Whirlpool-Recalls-MicrowavesDon't want to check this manually?
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