Janome America Inc. Recalls Elna Sewing Machines Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-06-01). Hazards: fire. About 600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11237 |
| Published | 2011-06-01 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-06 |
| Product category | Sewing Machines |
| Products | Sewing machine |
| Firm named in the title | Janome America Inc. |
| Firms | Janome America Inc. of Mahwah, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan, Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 600 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Sewing machine stores nationwide from September 2010 through April 2011 for about $3,000. |
Description
This recall involves the Elna eXcellence 740 sewing machine. The machine is white and navy with a digital touch panel. "Elna" and "eXcellence 740" are printed on the front of the machine.
Hazard
The wires inside the sewing machine can short circuit, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the machine and return it to the store where it was purchased for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
The firm knows of one report of a sewing machine catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Machine access
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