CPSC2019-09-26
ASKO Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
Gorenje Group, of Slovenia
Hazard
The dishwasher power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit board and contact ASKO to schedule a free, in-home repair.
Sold at
Exclusively at ASKO North America authorized dealers nationwide from October 2016 through July 2019 for between $1,000 and $2,200.
Affected count
About 26,600 (in addition, about 4,300 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
ASKO North America has received 53 reports of the power cord overheating. No property damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Slovenia
Remedy type
Repair
Products
ASKO dishwashers
Consumer contact
ASKO North America toll-free at 888-651-9376 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at NAsupport@asko.com, or online at www.askona.com and click “Customer Care,” then “Safety Notices” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/ASKO-Recalls-Dishwashers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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